Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity & Information Assurance
Western Governors University
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Program Details

WGU’s online Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance (BSCSIA) prepares students to act as the first line of defense against hackers, malware, and other cyber threats. The BSCSIA program is designed in collaboration with cybersecurity experts to meet the most recent Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and National Security Agency (NSA) guidelines. Curriculum includes focus on secure system analysis and design, digital forensics, hacking countermeasures and techniques, cyber law, and information assurance. Graduates of the BSCSIA program will be equipped with the skills, knowledge, and certifications necessary to for a successful career in cybersecurity in both the public and private sectors.

WGU’s online programs deliver unparalleled flexibility, allowing students to complete coursework whenever and wherever works best for their schedules. Students also benefit from the competency-based learning model, which lets them complete most courses as quickly as they prove mastery of the material, making it possible to accelerate their progress and potentially graduate faster. Faculty Mentors work one-on-one with WGU students, providing dedicated coaching, guidance, and support from enrollment through graduation and beyond.

*WGU cannot currently accept applicants who are residents of California. 

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School Accreditation & Licensing

Western Governors University is accredited by:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)

Western Governors University is the only university to have received simultaneous accreditation by four regional accrediting commissions. Currently, WGU’s “home” accrediting commission is the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, the same organization that accredits such leading institutions as the University of Washington, University of Oregon, University of Utah, Brigham Young University, and other public and private colleges.

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

High School or Equivalent

Recommended GPA

2.5 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Official High School Transcript/GED Score

Additional Info

  • Options for admission are as follows:
  • Option 1: Submit transcripts documenting completion of college-level coursework with a minimum of 2.5 GPA or higher. 
  • Option 2: Possess a bachelors or associate degree (A.A, A.S. or A.A.S. acceptable) from an accredited post-secondary institution.
  • Option 3: Demonstrate at least two years of IT work experience through resume review.
  • Option 4: Submit official record of completion of a transferable IT certification, some of which may provide transfer credit  into various programs.
  • Option 5: Submit high school transcripts with a minimum GPA of 2.75 and a B grade or higher in a S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) course. *Only advanced mathematics courses will satisfy this requirement
  • Option 6: Submit transcripts documenting completion of previous IT coursework. IT coursework must be 300 level or higher.

Restricted States

California

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