Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security

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The Cyber Security certificate provides students with a concentrated and in-depth exposure to critical infrastructure security concerns to enhance professional capability. Individuals holding a baccalaureate degree in Computer Science or a related field would be suitable candidates for this program.

This Graduate Certificate is eligible to receive Title IV funding – Direct Unsubsidized Loans and Graduate PLUS loans by request. To be considered for aid, students need to submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Applicants seeking admission to the graduate certificate program in Cyber Security must submit the following directly to the Office of Graduate Admissions:

  1. Graduate Application
  2. Application fee
  3. Official transcript from the baccalaureate degree granting institution
  4. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a closely related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0
  5. Up-to-date Resume
Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security
Specified Courses
COSC 5310Cryptography & Steganography3
COSC 5330Malware3
DFSC 5315Network and Cyber Security3
DFSC 6310Cyber Warfare & Terrorism3
Elective
DFSC 5336Business Continuity Management3
or DFSC 5318 Cyber Law
Total Hours15