Cybersecurity

Bachelor's in Cybersecurity

Are you ready to become an invaluable asset in one of the most in-demand industries in tech? Then come pursue your Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity at WMU. All of our cybersecurity courses are offered both online and in-person to give you flexibility. Learn how to build your cybersecurity knowledge and skills through interactive course content and projects.

Cybersecurity Program
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo MI 49008-5412 USA
(269) 387-5410

What can I do with a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity from Western?

As one of the fastest-growing fields, employers who partner with WMU say that cybersecurity is an area with a shortage of qualified professionals where employees are needed. By graduation, you will be qualified for a variety of careers such as:

  • Security analyst
  • Cybersecurity manager
  • Secure software developer
  • Cybersecurity specialist
  • Threat hunter
  • Penetration tester
  • Cloud security analyst
  • Network administrator
  • Cybersecurity consultant
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My professors have been the ones that have made me push to do my best.

—Terry Bbuku, cybersecurity student
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Bronco Cybersecurity Club

Explore your interest in cybersecurity. The club provides you with the chance to enjoy professional and social activities. Its focus on connections is one of its defining features.
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Are scholarships available?

Yes! There are a number of scholarships available for students enrolled in the cybersecurity program at Western. We encourage you to apply for all scholarships that match your interests, career goals and financial or academic needs.
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What will I learn in cybersecurity?

Whether you choose online or in-person courses, our cybersecurity program prepares you to prevent data breaches, cyberattacks and online threats. Interactive trainings, applicable projects and certifications give you the required skills to enter the workforce as a competent cybersecurity professional. In your classroom or as a member of the Bronco Cybersecurity Club, you will learn in a hands-on environment that offers countless opportunities and resources.

Our 122-credit-hour cybersecurity program prepares you to:

  • Monitor, analyze and respond to cyberattacks in computer and network systems.
  • Identify failing system components that threaten cybersecurity and provide real-time solutions.
  • Implement cybersecurity best practices and risk management.
  • Communicate effectively with all levels of an organization about cybersecurity.
  • Examine the legal, regulatory and policy issues related to securing information systems.
  • Make ethical decisions about cybersecurity.
  • Work effectively in teams.

Our program will provide:

  • Preparation for CompTIA Network+ and Security+ certifications.
  • Options for online or in-person coursework.
  • Faculty who are experts in the field.