Undergraduate Certificate

Undergraduate Certificate in Cybersecurity

Build practical, in-demand skills in network security, ethical hacking, and incident response.

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Credential

Undergraduate Certificate

Credit Hours

12 total · 4 courses

Format

100% Online · 8-week terms

The Program

Program Overview

This certificate is designed to equip you with critical skills in protecting digital environments and combating cyber threats. Through a streamlined curriculum, you'll learn essential areas like network security, cryptography, ethical hacking, and incident response — ideal for stepping into roles like Information Security Analyst or Network Security Specialist, or enhancing existing skills.

Career Outlook

Where This Certificate Can Take You

Entry-level cybersecurity analyst roles typically start between $60,000 and $90,000 annually. With experience and additional certifications, roles like cybersecurity engineer can reach $102,000 to $150,000. Information security analyst roles are projected to grow significantly faster than average.

Information Security Analyst

Protect an organization's data, systems, and networks against evolving cyber threats.

Network Security Specialist

Design and maintain secure networks — often the first line of defense in modern organizations.

Digital Forensics

Investigate incidents and analyze digital evidence for internal or legal proceedings.

Skill Booster

Layer specialized security skills on top of an existing IT, business, or technical role.

Admissions

Admission Requirements

Standard undergraduate admission requirements apply — no additional materials are needed for this program.

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Curriculum

What You'll Study

The certificate requires 12 semester credit hours.

Core Coursework

Required Courses (12 hours)

  • COS 281 — Info Security & Assurance (required)
  • Choose any three of the electives listed →

Choose Three Electives

  • COS 332 — Management Information Security
  • COS 334 — Computer Forensics
  • COS 483 — Database Security
  • COS 484 — Introduction to Network Security

Tuition & Financial Aid

Tuition is billed per credit hour. See Tuition & Financial Aid for current rates.

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Your Next Step

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