Transfer-Friendly Program
Our transfer-friendly program lets you bring in up to 60 transfer credits from prior coursework or professional experience. This means you can graduate faster without sacrificing the quality of your education.
UW-Stout's 100% Online Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity program prepares tomorrow's leaders for career success at the forefront of cybersecurity and cyber defense. Develop the comprehensive knowledge, skills and experience to ensure data integrity, enhance software resilience, and protect organizations from cyber attacks. Our virtual labs, industry-aligned applied learning experiences and embedded cybersecurity industry certifications will ensure you graduate ready to oversee the future of information security.
Secure real-world cybersecurity skills through UW-Stout's focused online curriculum, which covers critical areas like cyber defense, ethical hacking, system administration and networking security. Our 100% online, asynchronous program guides your learning with video lectures, remote labs and available tutoring support.
Our transfer-friendly program lets you bring in up to 60 transfer credits from prior coursework or professional experience. This means you can graduate faster without sacrificing the quality of your education.
Use the Request Information form to receive a program summary and learn more about the online Bachelor of Science degree in Cybersecurity.
Prepare for the challenges you'll face after graduation in our virtual labs with immersive, career-focused experiences:
Certifications are a great way to show IT industry employers that you are up to date and knowledgeable on the current topics. Our program is a Cisco Certified Networking Academy and a Microsoft Certified IT Academy, and we are an authorized Pearson VUE and Thompson Prometric Testing Center. Courses are taught by faculty members who hold advanced IT industry credentials, and as a student, you have the opportunity to earn the following certifications:
Our students bring cybersecurity concepts to life competing towards the National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition, facing off against real-world challenges. It's here that theoretical knowledge meets practical application, as they work alongside peers to strategize and solve pressing cybersecurity issues. By engaging in this collaborative and competitive environment, they not only prepare for their careers but also join a community of like-minded individuals passionate about advancing the safety of our digital spaces.
Your path to a career in cybersecurity at UW-Stout is enhanced by opportunities to engage in a range of professional internships. Our Fast Forward Grant Program offers opportunities for paid, practical experience in cybersecurity through connections with top companies. In addition to the Fast Forward Grant Program, you will have access to a variety of internships with leading organizations in sectors like healthcare, finance, and government. These opportunities are more than internships—these experiences are pivotal step in your career that position you for success in an industry known for its competitive starting salaries and significant growth opportunities, and they often lead directly to full-time employment upon graduation.
Many of our students collaborate with industry partners on real-world cybersecurity challenges through capstone projects. These projects allow students to gain hands-on experience, build professional networks, and solve pressing cybersecurity problems. Past partners have included:
Graduates of our B.S. Cybersecurity program emerge with a well-rounded skill set tailored for the modern digital world. They learn to dissect complex problems, build secure networks, and communicate effectively. With a strong ethical framework and collaborative mindset, they are prepared to protect digital assets and manage cybersecurity risks. Upon completion of the Cybersecurity program, you'll be ready to take on key roles in sectors like healthcare, finance, defense, and technology, including:
UW-Stout degree programs using the customized instruction model are designed with the adult learner in mind. If you're comparing UW-Stout's online degree customized instruction (CI) tuition to our competitors, keep in mind:
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William | Christopher | Cryptographic Operations Skill Community Director | National Security Agency |
Justin | Douglas | Global Vice President, Solutions Consulting | Palo Alto |
Tricia | Foxwell | Senior Audit Cosultant | Securian Financial |
Samuel | Gibson | Penetration Testing | Red Team |
Andrew | Gockenbach | Cloud Security Engineer | Promega |
Andrea | Kittelson | Human Risk Manager | Rockwell Automation |
Josh | Moore | Solutions Architect | Elevity |
Darin | Pettis | Vice President, Senior Project Manager Network Enablement | U.S. Bank |
Travis | Phillips | Technical Architect | Terso Solutions |
Tyler | Thomas | Assistant Professor | UW-Stout |
Suzanne | Traxler | CIO; Assistant Chancellor for Learning & Information Technology | UW-Stout |
Holly | Yuan | Professor; Program Director | UW-Stout |