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Bachelor of Science
Marymount University
Program Details
Cybersecurity (BS)
Bachelor of ScienceCybersecurity (BS)
Marymount University
Marymount's cybersecurity program recognizes the need for cybersecurity professionals to protect the increasingly digital world of today and tomorrow in business, in society, and in our personal lives.The Cybersecurity program provides a solid foundation of all of the digital assets that must be protected in the digital world, and how they work and are used today and how these digital assets may develop and be used in the future. It also gives students the knowledge and experience in cybersecurity tools and techniques that are used to protect the privacy and security of digital assets including desktops and laptops, mobile devices, servers, networks, devices in the cloud, and more. The program also provide students with a background in the underlying technology used in cybersecurity today including coding/scripting, data science, and network administration. This program helps students identify many cyberthreat actors including cyber criminals, nation states, hactivists and others and their common cyberattacks including phishing, ransomware, denial of service attacks, and exfiltration to name a few as well as providing an ethical framework for working in the cybersecurity field.
Program Overview & Guidance
Delivery Mode
In-Person
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Delivery Mode
Online
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Delivery Mode
Hybrid
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| Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Considerations for Selecting Degree | There are many well-paid job openings in cybersecurity and this program will develop your knowledge. skills, and abilities for you to work in government or the private sector. Classes are small and prioritize hands-on learning with the tools that you will use on the job. There are opportunities for additional learning through the Cyber Club which focuses on cybersecurity competitions. Research opportunities exist and all classes are taught by full-time faculty from around the world (no teaching assistants). The prestigious CyberCorps Scholarship for Service is available for the final two years of the undergraduate program or a master’s degree. |
| Considerations When Selecting Courses |
Students should consider having a good technical background when starting the cybersecurity program. This may be gained from courses such as computer networking or operating systems or by activities such as building your own computer. or from on-the-job experience, including any military service. Participation in cybersecurity competitions is desirable but not required. We also advise you to take general education courses that develop important skills, such as communication, teamwork, and ethics.
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| Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses | Cybersecurity is a vibrant part of the School of Technology and Innovation with opportunities at the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral level. Student can take accelerated programs to obtain a masters degree at the same time as the undergraduate degree and can participate in a variety of experiential learning and research activities in preparation for the many jobs in the field. Marymount is designated as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) by National Security agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with several grants from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and NSA. |
| Doing More With Your Degree | Cybersecurity students have the opportunity to take a minor in a related field such as cloud computing, data science, computer science or AI and Robotics, all important parts of the digital ecosystems that we must protect today. Students can also double major with Computer Science, Information technology, or Artificial Intelligence. Advanced students can participate in the accelerated program leading to an MS in Cybersecurity. |
| Program Successes & Highlights | You will find Marymount cyber graduates in leading jobs in many agencies in the Federal government (NSA, C*ISA, OPM, White House to name a few) as well as the many industries in our area such as Amazon Web Services, Capital One and Freddie Mac. We work extensively with you throughout the program to ensure you are workforce ready, since today employers do not want just technical skills, they are looking for you to work in teams, communicate well, and have had some experience with the tools of the trade. |
Program Credit Requirements
Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.
The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.
The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.
The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio
and the requirements for the selected program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Cybersecurity (BS)
120
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
75 credits can be transferred from a 2-year school, up to 84 total credits can be transferred.
Cybersecurity (B.S.)
120
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
75 credits can be transferred from a 2-year school, up to 84 total credits can be transferred.
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
OR
Transfer credits will be evaluated, and as applicable, up to 84 credits may be applied to this program.
Liberal Arts Core
43
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Liberal Arts Core courses can also apply to the major where applicable
Written Communication
6
Earn 6 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Mathematics
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
Literature
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
Fine and Performing Arts
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
History
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
Depth in Humanities
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
Natural Science
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
Natural Science lab
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
Social Sciences
6
Earn 6 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
Depth in Science
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
Theological Inquiry
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Introduction to Philosophy
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
Depth in Faith and Reason
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
Cybersecurity Major
69
Intro to Technology
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Hardware/Software
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
IT Fundamentals
21
Earn 21 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Statistics
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Data/Malware
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Security
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Cybersecurity
36
Earn 36 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Applicable Admissions Agreements
The table below lists admissions agreements between Marymount University and partner institutions that may guarantee admission to this program if you meet the required criteria. Click on the title name of the agreement to view a summary of those criteria.
| Institution Name | Type | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Virginia Community College | GAA | Guaranteed Transfer Partnership Agreement between Marymount University and Northern Virginia Community College |
You can view the full text of these Agreements in the Resource Center
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | Completion of a transfer-oriented associates degree program will fulfill the majority of the university's Liberal Arts Core (general education) requirements but may not fulfill specific departmental requirements or prerequisites for the major. Students will be required to complete a designated theology course at Marymount. Marymount also accepts the UCGS and Passport programs to meet Liberal Arts Core requirements. |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | Completion of a transfer-oriented associates degree program will fulfill the majority of the university's Liberal Arts Core (general education) requirements but may not fulfill specific departmental requirements or prerequisites for the major. Students will be required to complete a designated theology course at Marymount. Marymount also accepts the UCGS and Passport programs to meet Liberal Arts Core requirements. |
| Credit for Prior Learning | Marymount participates in a number of programs that award credit to students for achievement or work experience. See Other Credit-Acquisition Opportunities in our university catalog (https://marymount.edu/catalogs/) for more information. |
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College Level Information
Transfer Admission Application
marymount.edu/transfer
Transfer Students - Apply Here
Number of Transfer Students
245
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Is This College Right For Me? | At Marymount, we understand that the path to a four-year degree is not always straight. Deciding to transfer is a big decision, and Marymount is here to help. As a transfer-friendly university, we offer transfer visit days and an online database to check which of your credits will transfer. We encourage you to visit campus to learn why more than 250 students transfer to Marymount annually. With transfer merit scholarships and guaranteed housing for transfer strudent, we invite you to connect with our team to learn more about our inclusive community in Arlington, Virginia. |
| Transfer Student Catalog Year | Catalog year is determined by first semester of attendance |
| First Year Student Catalog Year | Catalog year is determined by first semester of attendance |
| Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | Students apply as a regular transfer applicant |
Where Can This Degree Transfer
This section displays degrees most closely related to this program
and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the
next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to
visit that program page.
| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Germanna Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Information Systems Tech | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Germanna Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Cybersecurity | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Information Systems Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Cybersecurity | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Cybersecurity, A.A.S. | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Applied Science - Cyber Security | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Information Systems Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Radford University | BS in Cybersecurity | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| The University of Virginia's College at Wise | Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Major in Computer Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Old Dominion University | Cybersecurity-BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Old Dominion University | Cyber Operations-BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Bridgewater College | Computer Science Major - BS (Cybersecurity Track) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Bridgewater College | Computer Science Major - BS (Full-Stack Software Development Track) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Shenandoah University | Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Bluefield University | BS in Cybersecurity | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | Online, Hybrid |
| Randolph-Macon College | Computer Science (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Randolph-Macon College | Cybersecurity (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
Careers Where This Degree Applies
| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15-1241.00 | Computer Network Architects | Design and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning, including analysis of capacity needs for network infrastructures. May also design network and computer security measures. May research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 15-1231.00 | Computer Network Support Specialists | Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), cloud networks, servers, and other data communications networks. Perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 11-3021.00 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming. | Management Occupations |
| 15-1243.01 | Data Warehousing Specialists | Design, model, or implement corporate data warehousing activities. Program and configure warehouses of database information and provide support to warehouse users. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 15-1242.00 | Database Administrators | Administer, test, and implement computer databases, applying knowledge of database management systems. Coordinate changes to computer databases. Identify, investigate, and resolve database performance issues, database capacity, and database scalability. May plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard computer databases. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 15-1243.00 | Database Architects | Design strategies for enterprise databases, data warehouse systems, and multidimensional networks. Set standards for database operations, programming, query processes, and security. Model, design, and construct large relational databases or data warehouses. Create and optimize data models for warehouse infrastructure and workflow. Integrate new systems with existing warehouse structure and refine system performance and functionality. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 15-1212.00 | Information Security Analysts | Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 15-1244.00 | Network and Computer Systems Administrators | Install, configure, and maintain an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), data communications network, operating systems, and physical and virtual servers. Perform system monitoring and verify the integrity and availability of hardware, network, and server resources and systems. Review system and application logs and verify completion of scheduled jobs, including system backups. Analyze network and server resource consumption and control user access. Install and upgrade software and maintain software licenses. May assist in network modeling, analysis, planning, and coordination between network and data communications hardware and software. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 15-1241.01 | Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | Design or configure wired, wireless, and satellite communications systems for voice, video, and data services. Supervise installation, service, and maintenance. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
Cost To Complete