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Bachelor of Cybersecurity

Marist University

Poughkeepsie, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

STEM master's in cybersecurity designated for cyber defence education.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Cybersecurity can develop the ability to analyse computing problems
Apply programming and data practices
Test technical solutions and explain the ethical use of digital systems
And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Information system security officer
Network security administrator
Information security analyst
Forensic analyst
IT auditor
Information system governance officer
Information assurance engineer
Information assurance analyst

Curriculum

30 credits over two years
Full or part time
With fall and spring starts. Advanced labs replicate real-world networks and attack scenarios. Faculty-led research and internship opportunities. Designated by NSA and DHS as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education.

Entry requirements

Academic

Secondary school completion with 4 years English
3 science
3 mathematics
3 history/social studies and 2 foreign language
Official translated transcripts
Counselor recommendation and one more recommendation
Personal essay
SAT/ACT optional
English test unless waived (IB Diploma
SAT 500 reading/writing
Or 4 years in an English-taught school).

Accepted academic background

Secondary school with 4 years English, 3 science, 3 math, 3 history/social studies, 2 foreign language; Official translated transcripts; SAT/ACT optional; Counselor recommendation and one additional recommendation; Essay; Proof of funds for the I-20

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 80
TOEFL PBT 550
Duolingo 115

Documents you’ll need

Academic transcripts
Completed application form
Identification document
Language proficiency evidence if requested
Additional program-specific supporting documents if requested

How to apply

Check the entry requirements and deadlines on the official website: Early Decision I 1 Nov
Early Action 15 Nov
Early Decision II and Regular Decision 15 Feb. Apply with the Marist application or the Common Application and pay the 50 USD non-refundable fee. Submit the counselor recommendation
One more recommendation
Personal essay
Official translated transcripts
TOEFL
IELTS or Duolingo results (test-optional for SAT/ACT. Scores sent to code 2400). Receive the admission letter and enrollment form. Pay the enrollment deposit. Marist then mails the I-Apply for the F-1 student visa at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$51,700 USD
Application fee	$50 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	Poughkeepsie
Faculty or school	School of Computer Science and Mathematics
Department	Cybersecurity
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm award criteria and funding with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Feb 2027
93 days left
Program starts
January 2028
Apply by
15 Feb 2027
93 days left

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Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm award criteria and funding with the university.

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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.