Online ExcelTrack™ Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity

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Program at a Glance
  • Control your pace, your deadlines, the number of courses you take at a time, and which resources will help you learn best.
  • Speed past what you know and learn what you need with our ExcelTrack™ program.
  • Earn the same high-quality bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity as a standard online Purdue Global program—only faster and for less money.*
  • ExcelTrack™ allows you to use your work experience and prior learning as transfer credit to save time and complete your degree sooner.†
  • Take as many 1-credit courses as you want in a term and pay one flat tuition rate.
COURSE EFFORT You Control Your Pace
COURSE LENGTH 10-Week Terms
Course Details
CREDITS REQUIRED 180
TUITION RATE PER TERM $2,200
Ways to Save
How Do I Get Started?

We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your education, life, and work schedules.

October 16
January 8
March 25
June 10

ExcelTrack™ Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity Overview

As the demand for cybersecurity experts continues to rise, organizations are seeking professionals with the skills and knowledge to protect them from present and potential threats. Purdue Global’s ExcelTrack™ bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity helps you gain the skills to detect and prevent a wide range of cybersecurity issues.

Designed for highly disciplined, self-motivated learners with strong professional knowledge, our ExcelTrack™ bachelor's in cybersecurity builds on the skills and knowledge you’ve already mastered to help you earn your degree faster.

ExcelTrack™ gives you more control over your education, allowing you to speed past what you already know and focus only on mastering what you need to learn. You’ll be prepared to recognize best practices and identify IT security threats and products to ensure you are well prepared to work in the field of cybersecurity.

Once enrolled in the online cybersecurity bachelor’s degree program, you will take a series of assessments to demonstrate what you already know and identify which courses you need to take. A faculty member will work with you to ensure you’re on track to successfully complete each course.

Flexibility

Work at your own pace while studying 100% online. Speed up or slow down as much as you want, based on your schedule and personal learning path. You are evaluated by how well you demonstrate competencies, not by how long it takes to learn them.

Focused Learning

Each ExcelTrack™ course is a single credit, covering a particular skill or piece of knowledge. You advance based on what you already know and spend time only on what you need to learn.

Savings

Take as many 1-credit classes as you want every term for a flat rate of $2,200, excluding fees. Taking more credits per term lowers the average cost per credit.


See the University Catalog for policy and degree plan information specific to this program.

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Is ExcelTrack™ Right for You?

  • You are a self-motivated, driven student with strong time management skills.
  • You have 3 years of experience working in a setting relevant to your program of study.
  • You have successfully completed at least 3 courses at an accredited college or university.

If you decide to enroll, you must complete orientation before you start classes.

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This accreditation covers all academic programs, all regional locations, and all programs provided via distance education. For more information, please visit HLCommission.org or call 800-621-7440.

Cybersecurity Career Opportunities

Whether you’re preparing for entry-level management positions or want to advance your current career, the ExcelTrack™ Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity may help you qualify for a variety of positions.

Top 5 Skills Employers Are Looking for:

  1. Critical Thinking
  2. Active Listening
  3. Judgement and Decision Making
  4. Complex Problem Solving
  5. Systems Analysis

Top Jobs With This Degree

Labor market, salary, and projected growth information are supplied by Emsi. Average salary range is based on national data. Projected growth represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016–2028) at the state level and is based on your geographic location. Actual outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience, and opportunities for employment. Purdue Global cannot guarantee employment placement, salary level, or career advancement.

Prepare to Sit for Industry Certifications

This program provides you with the depth and breadth of materials to pursue many of the critical certifications recognized by the information assurance community and for Department of Defense (DoD) personnel, as mandated by DoD Directive 8570.1.‡

Earn Credit for Prior Certification

If you’ve already completed certification exams, you may be eligible for credit toward your degree. Learn more about eligible IT certification exams.

Career Outlook

Employment of information security analysts in the U.S. is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations from 2016 to 2026.§


According to a 2015 report, 84% of the total number of cybersecurity job openings required at least a bachelor’s degree.#

The ExcelTrack™ cybersecurity degree consists of 174 single-credit courses as well as a 6-credit capstone course.

All cybersecurity courses are updated regularly by our dedicated curriculum department and advisory board to ensure they reflect the most recent developments in the field.

Sample Courses
  • Risk Assessment and Network Monitoring
  • Cryptography
  • Cybersecurity Security Models
  • Incident Prevention and Response Strategies
  • Ethical Hacking Plans
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Credit Breakdown
  • Core Credits33
  • Major Credits132
  • Elective Credits15
  • Total Credits180

Ways to Save

  • Financial Aid

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  • Prior Work Experience

    Leverage Your Skills to Earn Your Degree Faster

    Discover pathways to earn undergraduate credit for your life and professional career experiences.

    Your Experience Counts

  • Transfer Credits

    Finish What You Started

    Earn credit for prior coursework completed at eligible institutions, including community colleges.

    Save Time and Money on Your Degree

  • Grants

    Determine Your Eligibility for Federal Grants

    Learn about federal financial grants and loan programs that may be available to Purdue Global students.

    Federal and State Grants

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Get to Know Our Faculty

Purdue Global faculty members are real-world practitioners who bring knowledge gained through the powerful combination of higher learning and industry experience.

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97% Faculty members who have advanced degrees
45% Faculty members who hold a doctorate
218 Faculty publications in 2017–2018
Nearly 87,000 Professional development hours logged by faculty in 2017–2018

Statistics include all Purdue Global faculty members and are not school or program-specific calculations. Purdue Global Office of Reporting and Analysis and Center for Teaching and Learning. 2017–2018 academic year. Note: all figures include data prior to the March 2018 purchase of Kaplan University by Purdue University and subsequent creation of Purdue University Global.

Program Brochure

Download our brochure to learn more about the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity and the benefits of earning your degree at Purdue Global.

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NOTES AND CONDITIONS

*ExcelTrackTM is designed to advance your progress based on existing knowledge; however, degree pace and time and cost savings will vary by individual. Students must enroll in a minimum number of credits per term to remain eligible for financial aid. Refer to the Financial Information section of the University Catalog for additional information. Enrollees will pay a per-term technology fee of $295.00. Program includes a traditional 6-credit capstone course; however, tuition is charged at the ExcelTrackTM rate.

†Purdue Global does not guarantee transferability of credit from any of these sources. See the University Catalog for the Prior Learning Assessment policy.

‡Students are responsible for understanding the requirements of optional certification exams. The University cannot guarantee students will be eligible to sit for or pass exams. In some cases, work experience, additional coursework beyond the Purdue Global program, fieldwork, and/or background checks may be necessary to be eligible to take or to successfully pass the exams.

§Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Information Security Analysts, on the internet, www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/information-security-analysts.htm. National long-term projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions, and do not guarantee actual job growth.

#Source: Burning Glass Technologies, Job Market Intelligence: Cybersecurity Jobs, 2015, https://www.burning-glass.com/wp-content/uploads/Cybersecurity_Jobs_Report_2015.pdf.