Transfer-Friendly Program
Our online cybersecurity program values your prior academic and professional experiences, offering a transfer-friendly pathway that ensures a seamless transition allowing for up to 60 credits to transfer.
UW-Stout's 100% Online Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity program, endorsed by the National Security Agency (NSA), equips students with the expertise needed to thrive in the ever-expanding field of cybersecurity. This program offers a comprehensive journey through the essentials of cyber defense, focusing on ensuring data integrity, enhancing software resilience, and understanding the broad impact of cybersecurity on society. With access to virtual labs, students merge theoretical knowledge with practical skills, graduating ready to safeguard and oversee information security in our interconnected realm.
Secure real-world cybersecurity skills through UW-Stout's focused online curriculum, covering critical areas like network defense, system administration, and secure software development, continually refined to align with new industry advancements. Our 100% online, asynchronous program guides your learning with video lectures, remote labs and available tutoring support.
Our online cybersecurity program values your prior academic and professional experiences, offering a transfer-friendly pathway that ensures a seamless transition allowing for up to 60 credits to transfer.
Use the Request Information form to receive a program summary and learn more about the online Bachelor of Science degree in Cybersecurity.
Your path to a career in cybersecurity at UW-Stout is supported through our distinct internship grant program. Supported by a Fast Forward grant, this program offers students the opportunity for paid, practical experience in cybersecurity—a field with a high demand for skilled professionals. UW-Stout facilitates connections with top companies, allowing you to enhance your skills while earning. This initiative is not just an internship; it represents a pivotal step in your career, positioning you for success in an industry known for its competitive starting salaries and significant growth opportunities.
Our students bring cybersecurity concepts to life competing towards the National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition, facing off against real-world challenges. It's here that theoretical knowledge meets practical application, as they work alongside peers to strategize and solve pressing cybersecurity issues. By engaging in this collaborative and competitive environment, they not only prepare for their careers but also join a community of like-minded individuals passionate about advancing the safety of our digital spaces.
Graduates of our B.S. Cybersecurity program emerge with a well-rounded skill set tailored for the modern digital world. They learn to dissect complex problems, build secure networks, and communicate effectively. With a strong ethical framework and collaborative mindset, they are prepared to protect digital assets and manage cybersecurity risks. Upon completion of the Cybersecurity program, you'll have the ability to:
The B.S. Cybersecurity program offers customized instruction for online delivery. Customized Instruction (CI) at UW Stout can be described as programs that are designed with the adult learner in mind. If you're comparing UW-Stout's online degree customized instruction (CI) tuition to our competitors, keep in mind:
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