Bachelor of Science In Business • Minor
Cybersecurity
The Cybersecurity degree prepares you to protect digital systems and data in an increasingly connected world. Through coursework, labs, and hands-on projects, you’ll build skills in network defense, risk management, ethical hacking, and incident response while learning to think critically about security challenges.
Dig Deeper Into the program
Explore how this program blends technical coursework, real-world experiences, and professional preparation to equip you for cybersecurity careers protecting systems, data, and digital infrastructure.
Degrees Offered
- Bachelors and minor
Start Terms
- Fall or Spring
Program Format
- On-campus
- Select classes available online to provide added flexibility for students
Credit Hours & Timeline
- Total credits required: 120
- Typical completion time: 4 years
- Credits for minor: 18
Some of these courses are offered via CSM’s partnership with Rize, an education company that prepares students for careers in the fastest-growing fields. Courses are designed by top academics and industry leaders, approved by College of Saint Mary, and taught by faculty at other colleges and universities.
Build the skills to protect organizations in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. The Cybersecurity curriculum combines technical knowledge with business insight to prepare you for high-demand careers.
- Coursework in cybersecurity, networking and information systems
- Training in threat detection, risk management and data protection
- Hands-on experience with security tools and technologies
- Understanding of business operations and security strategy
- Preparation for cybersecurity careers or industry certifications
Applicants for admission are evaluated based on the following criteria to gain full admission.
- High school record of cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. An applicant for a degree program must have graduated or will have graduated with 16 high school units from an accredited high school. The college preparatory program is strongly recommended to high school students. Ordinarily this program includes four years of English and two years of social studies, science, and mathematics.
- College/university record of cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, if applicable.
Applicants who do not meet the following criteria and show potential for success may be reviewed for an alternate admissions pathway.
Students who have successfully completed the General Education Development Test (GED) and have not accumulated at least 12 collegiate level semester hours credit at a regionally accredited institution with a 2.5 GPA or better will follow the Alternate Admissions Pathway.
Applications open July 1 for the upcoming academic year. CSM follows a rolling admission process, reviewing applications as they are received. We encourage students to apply early for priority consideration for scholarships, housing, and financial aid.
The Mercy Core is CSM’s general education curriculum and the foundation of every degree. Rooted in the Critical Concerns of the Sisters of Mercy, it integrates ethics, reflection, and action to prepare women to lead with purpose and advance justice in their communities.
Tuition & Aid
Investing in your education is a big decision, and you do not have to navigate it alone. Every admitted full-time undergraduate student is guaranteed a merit scholarship, and CSM offers additional aid and personalized guidance to make your degree attainable. Our team will walk you through your options so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
Your Roadmap to Admission
From application to enrollment, we guide you through each step with clarity and personal support so you can focus on what matters most and take the next step toward your future.
Why Choose CSM?
Technical Skill Development
Build foundational expertise in cybersecurity, risk mitigation, and defensive technologies employers demand.
Hands-On Experience
Engage in labs, simulations, and internships that mirror real-world security tasks and challenges.
Women-Centered Technical Leadership
In a supportive women’s college environment, small classes and faculty mentorship help you build confidence, technical mastery, and leadership presence in a high-demand industry.
Mercy-Grounded Perspective
Through the Mercy Core curriculum, you develop ethical awareness and a service-driven mindset that shapes principled professionals who protect people and systems responsibly.
Career Opportunities
- Cybersecurity analyst
- Information security specialist
- Network security administrator
- Ethical hacker/penetration tester
- Digital forensics investigator
- Risk and compliance analyst
- Incident response coordinator
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Multiple Business Pathways
Customize your education to your goals and the evolving business industry.
Internships
Get Hands-on Experience
Make connections and get confidence to transition from college to career.
1:1 Advising
Personalized Support
Meet regularly with business faculty to stay on track and reach your goals.
Accreditation
The Assurance of Accreditation
The assurance of regional accreditation means that our degrees have been evaluated for their outcomes — including how well they prepare you to meet the needs of your employers, yourself and our global society. College of Saint Mary is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.
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