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Bachelor's in Cybersecurity
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Davenport University | Online BS in Cyber Defense

  • Grand Rapids
About This Program

This undergraduate program offers proactive and reactive training in technological security, teaching students to manage risk, compliance, and assurance for protecting organizational information assets.

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What You'll Learn

  • Identify and defend against cyber threats including malware, denial of service attacks, and zero-day exploits

  • Design and implement defensive security strategies, access controls, and network protection systems
  • Conduct digital investigations and forensic analysis to identify cybercrimes and preserve digital evidence
  • Monitor and analyze network traffic and security logs to detect anomalies and respond to security incidents

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Typical Curriculum Structure
The BS in Cyber Defense at Davenport University is a four-year undergraduate program focused on defensive security strategies, threat identification, incident response, and network protection.[5][6
Typical Course Topics
1. Network Security 2. Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing 3. Digital Forensics 4. Incident Response and Disaster Recovery 5. Cryptography and Encryption 6. Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Program Specializations:
Cyber Defense & Cyber Operations
Tech
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Typical Admissions Requirements
High school diploma or GED required. Some programs may require placement tests in math and English or a minimum high school GPA.[4
Academic Requirements (Typical)

• Degree Required: Bachelor of Science (BS)
• GRE/GMAT: Not Required
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

Application Materials (Typical)

• Statement of Purpose: Optional
• Letters of Recommendation: Not typically required
• Resume: Optional
• Transcripts: Official high school 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.

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Program Details
Duration
  • 4.0 Year
Tuition
$ 132,480
Format
Online
Specializations
Cyber Defense & Cyber Operations
Tech
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