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Bachelor's in Cybersecurity
Online

Charter Oak State College

BS in Cybersecurity

  • New Britain
About This Program

This career-oriented bachelor’s program prepares students for roles in information assurance and the protection of critical electronic infrastructure and digital assets.

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What You'll Learn

Students develop skills in incident response, risk management, digital forensics, and understanding the legal aspects of information security.

For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
Typical Curriculum Structure
Coursework includes cybersecurity fundamentals, network security, hacker techniques, auditing for compliance, and a culminating capstone project.
Typical Course Topics
1. Introduction to Cybersecurity 2. Network Security 3. Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing 4. Digital Forensics 5. Cryptography 6. Incident Response and Cyber Defense
Program Specializations:
View the exact, up-to-date curriculum on the official program website
Typical Admissions Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent is required, along with a minimum GPA (typically 2.0–2.5); SAT/ACT scores are optional for most programs.
Academic Requirements (Typical)

β€’ Degree Required: High School Diploma or GED
β€’ GRE/GMAT: Not Required
β€’ TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

Application Materials (Typical)

β€’ Statement of Purpose: Optional
β€’ Letters of Recommendation: Optional
β€’ Resume: Optional
β€’ Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Application Timeline

Most programs have rolling admissions or deadlines in early winter for fall admission. Check the official program website for exact dates.

Career Opportunities in AI

Launch Cybersecurity Analyst career in Cybersecurity AI with digital forensics focus

Industry Data: The following salary and job data reflects typical industry trends for AI professionals, not specific to New York University. Individual outcomes vary based on skills, location, and experience.

Estimated Industry Salary
Cybersecurity Analyst: $95,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
32.0%
Projected 2024-2034 (BLS)
Common Career Paths:
1. Cybersecurity Analyst 2. Network Security Engineer 3. Penetration Tester 4. Incident Response Specialist
Top AI Employers (Industry-Wide):
Top employers include Microsoft, Cisco, IBM, and government agencies like NSA and FBI.
Program Details
Duration
  • 4 Year
Tuition
  • 39,480
Format
Online
Specializations