Program Overview

Bachelor of Science (BS), Cybersecurity and Mathematics

Program Overview

In the Cybersecurity and Mathematics program, you'll explore the logical relationship between cybersecurity and mathematics as you learn cryptography, discrete math, statistics, linear programming, network security, ethical hacking, cloud security, and more. Your expertise in these areas will help you keep critical data—from financial institutions to hospitals to the government—secure. You'll also learn technology and tools that are in demand in the marketplace, including Kali Linux, Wireshark, the Nmap security scanner, and the Python computer language. You'll be prepared to earn professional certifications after graduation, including Security+ and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

Career Outcomes

• Salary estimates are sourced from Lightcast.

Program at a Glance

• Total Credit Hours: 123
• Program Type: BS
• I-20 Approved: Yes
• I-17 Approved: Yes

Details

• Program Director: Dr. Ken Knapp
• Class Format: Seated (Main Campus)
• Program Duration: 4 Years (8 Semesters)
• Start Date: Fall: August | Spring: January

Suggested Class Sequence

Admission Requirements

• Previous Degree Required: No previous degree is required to enroll in this program.
• Transcript Required: Official high school or GED transcripts will need to be submitted as part of the application process for this program. Transfer students must submit official transcripts from their previous school.
• Additional Admission Requirements: Two essays (prompts) or official SAT, ACT, or CLT scores are required during the application process.
• Application Deadline: Anderson University has a rolling admission process (students are notified when they are accepted whenever that is during the year) but students are encouraged to apply by the following dates: December 1st for the best scholarship consideration and no later than July 1st to begin in the fall semester.

Related Programs

• College of Engineering
  • Bachelor of Science (BS), Computer Engineering
• College of Business
  • Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB), Computing & Data Analytics
• College of Arts and Sciences
  • Bachelor of Science (BS), Mathematics: Actuarial

Why AU?

• It's a unique, challenging program that combines courses from the mathematics and cybersecurity majors into one interdisciplinary major.
• Small class sizes, which means more individualized attention and access to your professors
• Hands-on experience with cybersecurity tools
• State-of-the-art cybersecurity lab
• Highly qualified and certified faculty members
• Christian mission of Anderson University