Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Science – Cyber Security
Enter a Lucrative and Growing Field with a Bachelor’s in Computer Science – Cybersecurity Degree
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in Computer Science – Cybersecurity will help you join a growing career field where you can help protect your community. You could help solve cybersecurity challenges in any industry by developing new solutions and implementing security throughout the software development lifecycle.
Our cybersecurity programs at Liberty University aim to produce men and women who are grounded and strong in their Christian faith and ready to bring their ethical and spiritual standards into the workforce. Get a start in one of the highest-paying careers in information technology with your bachelor’s in cybersecurity!
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Our computer science program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Computer Science Program Criteria, and a member of the National Cyberwatch Center.
- You can pursue a variety of certificates during your program, including Microsoft, SAP, and Cisco certifications.
- Within the program, you will complete a cognate-specific capstone project that is designed to equip you with current industry tools you can market to prospective employers when you graduate.
- Our School of Business students historically score at or above national averages on certification exams.
- Most of our students find jobs in their field within the first 3 months of graduating.
What Will You Learn?
- Basic issues and principles of information system security
- End-user tools and commands
- Modern cryptographic techniques
- Network system administration techniques
- The usage and administration of Linux systems
Career Opportunities for Bachelor’s in Computer Science – Cybersecurity Graduates
- Malware analyst
- Reverse engineer
- Secure developer
- Security researcher
- Threat hunter
Internships and Resources Available to Computer Science Students
- Begin your professional training before you graduate with a computer science internship. We offer a Washington Fellowship program that allows you to spend a semester cultivating marketable skills and invaluable experience in the heart of D.C.
- Get involved and start networking with peers and professors in your field. We host various career fairs throughout the year and provide student organizations like the Cybersecurity Club and the Technology and Engineering Club.
- Our School of Business provides computer science students with various computer labs, student spaces, and a Center for Cybersecurity. Get hands-on experience right on campus.
Admission Requirements for Our Undergraduate Degree Programs
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
- Admission essay
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Aug 19, 2024
Accreditation
ABET | Computing Accreditation Commission
