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Bachelor's in Cybersecurity
Online

Franklin University

BS in Cybersecurity

  • Columbus
About This Program

This undergraduate degree focuses on building a holistic understanding of cybersecurity, covering both technical and non-technical aspects to prepare students for entry-level security roles.

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What You'll Learn

Students learn to identify vulnerabilities, perform risk assessments, implement network security controls, and design high-availability systems with disaster recovery capabilities.

For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
Typical Curriculum Structure
The curriculum features coursework in risk management, security architecture, network security, and application-level security, along with hands-on labs and project-based assignments.
Typical Course Topics
1. Network Security 2. Ethical Hacking / Penetration Testing 3. Digital Forensics 4. Cryptography 5. Incident Response & Disaster Recovery 6. Cybersecurity Risk Management
Program Specializations:
View the exact, up-to-date curriculum on the official program website
Typical Admissions Requirements
High school diploma or GED with a minimum GPA of 2.0–2.5; SAT/ACT scores optional. Official transcripts required; no standardized tests mandated 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

Start Cybersecurity Analyst career in Cybersecurity AI with identify vulnerabilities focus

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. Penetration Tester 3. Incident Response Specialist 4. Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
Top AI Employers (Industry-Wide):
Top employers include Microsoft, Cisco, IBM, and government agencies like NSA and FBI.
Program Details
Duration
  • 4 Year
Tuition
  • 47,760
Format
Online
Specializations