The BS program in computer science with a concentration in cybersecurity provides students with the knowledge and skills they need to build dependable and secure information systems and networks and to ensure the integrity and quality of information being stored, processed and transmitted.
ASU has been certified as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education and a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance – Research by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security. Information assurance courseware at ASU has been certified by the Information Assurance Courseware Evaluation Program to satisfy the standards for Information Systems Security Professionals (NSTISSI 4011) and Senior Systems Managers (CNSSI 4012).
Quick Facts
Full-time
120 credit hours
Campus Immersion Only
ASU Tempe Campus
STEM-OPT Option Available
Students enrolled at an ASU Cintana Alliance Network institution have the chance to start their courses at their home institution and transfer those credits* to finish their remaining years at ASU.
Model available: Undergraduate dual degree and pathway to ASU degree only.
Up to 90 credit hrs. can be transferred
from ACI to ASU
Students must earn a “C-” or
higher for courses to transfer to ASU
Graduation requirements at partner institution.
Minimum of 30 credits must be completed at ASU
English Composition I & II
General Education and Graduation requirements must be
met through the combination of transfer courses from partner institution and the coursework completed at ASU.
*Transfer eligibility is subject to student performance in transfer courses and Arizona State University transfer requirements.
*A specific plan of study will be agreed upon between institutions, but here are general requirements to be completed at each institution.
Ethics for computing majors: history of computing, intellectual property, privacy, ethical frameworks, professional ethical responsibilities and risks of computer-based systems.
Advanced data structures and algorithms, including stacks, queues, trees (B, B+, AVL), and graphs. Searching for graphs, hashing, external sorting.
Operating system structure and services, processor scheduling, concurrent processes, synchronization techniques, memory management, virtual memory, input/output, storage management, and file systems.
Graduates of the Bachelor of Science program in cybersecurity find employment in a variety of capacities, including computer system and software development, and research on information assurance technologies.
89% of ASU undergrads apply to grad school or find a job within 90 days of graduation SU is ranked Top 10 for tech company hires QS World University Rankings, 2022
Transfer students with 24 or more transferable college credit hours must meet either the primary or the secondary criteria (not both)
Primary criteria: minimum transfer GPA of 3.00 for 24 or more transfer hours, and no high school math or science competency deficiencies*.
Secondary criteria: minimum transfer GPA of 2.75 for 24 or more transfer hours, and minimum GPA of 2.75 in CSE 110 Principles of Programming, CSE 205 Object-oriented Programming and Data Structures, MAT 265 Calculus for Engineers I, and MAT 266 Calculus for Engineers II.
Proof of English proficiency: 79 iBT TOEFL; 6.5 IELTS; PTE 58; Duolingo 105 or equivalent; Global Launch’s online English for Undergraduate Admission or full-time English Language Program (campus or online immersion).
You must have and present a completed high school diploma or certificate.
You must submit official transcripts from every high school, college and university you attended, regardless if a degree was earned.
| Enrollment Path BS Computer Science (Cybersecurity) | Credit Hours Completed at Institution | Credit Hours Completed at ASU | Estimated Duration | Total Program Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Articulated Pathway(Immersion) | 90 | 30 | 1 year (3+1) and 2 years (2+2) | ~$43,630 USD (3+1) ~$87,260 USD (2+2) |
| Direct ASU Enrollment(Immersion) | 120 | 4 years | ~$174,520 USD | |
| Articulated Pathway(Online) | 60 | 60 | 1 year (3+1) and 2 years (2+2) | ~$23,089 USD (3+1) ~$46,178 USD (2+2) |
| Direct ASU Enrollment(Online) | 120 | 4 years | ~$92,356 USD |
Note 1: This is an estimate only. Based on ASU 2024-25 published online tuition and fee rates. Subject to change for future years.
Note 2: Tuition calculation for Articulated Pathway is based on the minimum credits required to be completed at ASU: 15 credits (Fall) and 15 credits (Spring).
Note 3: Articulations may require additional credits for viability, which could increase the cost.
Note 4: Additional Scholarship may be available for qualifying students.
| Program Start | Application Deadline | Classes Begin | Tuition Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall start (August) | February 29, 2024 | August 22, 2024 | August 25, 2024 |
| Spring start (January) | September 26, 2024 | January 13, 2025 | January 25, 2025 |