MS

Bachelor's in Cybersecurity
Online

The University of Southern Mississippi | Online BS in Information Technology - Cybersecurity

  • Hattiesburg
About This Program

This degree program equips students with foundational business and technology knowledge to align cybersecurity policies with organizational needs.

Student Reviews
Write a Review
What You'll Learn

  • Apply security principles to IT systems and evaluate risks or threats.

  • Implement network defenses including firewalls, VPNs, and IDS/IPS.
  • Conduct penetration testing and ethical hacking to identify vulnerabilities.
  • Perform digital forensics and incident response for breach investigations.

For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
Visit Official Program Website
Typical Curriculum Structure
The Online BS in Information Technology - Cybersecurity is a 120-credit, four-year undergraduate program emphasizing network security, ethical hacking, digital forensics, and cybersecurity risk management.
Typical Course Topics
1. Introduction to Cybersecurity 2. Network Security 3. Ethical Hacking / Penetration Testing 4. Digital Forensics 5. Cryptography 6. Incident Response & Disaster Recovery
Program Specializations:
Cybersecurity (General)
Cybersecurity Law, Privacy & Policy
View the exact, up-to-date curriculum on the official program website
Typical Admissions Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 2.5-3.0 required; SAT/ACT scores optional for most programs.
Academic Requirements (Typical)

• Degree Required: High School Diploma
• 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: Optional
• Resume: Optional
• 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.

Check Application Deadlines
Career Opportunities in AI

Begin Cybersecurity Analyst career in Cybersecurity AI with cybersecurity focus

Estimated Industry Salary
Cybersecurity Analyst: $95,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
0.32%
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.
Explore AI Career Paths
Program Details
Duration
  • 4.0 Year
Tuition
$ 51,480
Format
Online
Specializations
Cybersecurity (General)
Cybersecurity Law, Privacy & Policy
Official Resources
Program Website
Request Information