Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics
Owings Mills, USA
BSc
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
USD 20,604 / per semester *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* Tuition and fees for one semester
Key Summary
We’re proud to be one of only 16 undergraduate programs in the nation designated as a National Center of Digital Forensics Academic Excellence (CDFAE) by the U.S. Department of Defense Cyber Crime Center (DC3). This prestigious recognition highlights the strength of our curriculum in preparing students to defend against cyber threats and attacks in both public and private sectors.
Graduates of our CDFAE-designated program earntwo certificates of completion that can be exchanged for credit toward Department of Defense training courses—meaning you can begin your career as a qualified digital forensic practitioner right after graduation.
If you are seeking a master's degree only, Stevenson offers an online Master of Science (M.S.) in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics with a low-residency option for F-1 visa holders. This 36-credit program is designed to equip you with in-depth knowledge of advanced forensic tools and techniques, covering key areas such as cloud forensics, e-discovery, incident response, and penetration testing. The low-residency format requires students to visit campus for just one weekend per term. Our program has also been recognized by the National Security Agency (NSA) as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) through 2030. As an international-friendly university, Stevenson offers personalized support and a welcoming campus community to help you succeed both academically and personally.
As a graduate of our Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics program, you will:
- Develop a security policy for an organization that balances the organization’s mission, culture, human factors, and security requirements.
- Apply risk assessment methodologies in selecting and configuring security controls to protect information assets.
- Monitor a network infrastructure for cyber-attacks.
- Mitigate the effects on a network infrastructure due to a cyber attack.
- Evaluate an end-to-end computer forensics investigation.
- Prepare a digital forensics evidence report.
Potential career paths include:
- Cyber Threat Analysis| Cybersecurity Specialist| Digital Data Forensic Examiner| Forensics Support| IT Security Specialist
We’re excited that you’re considering becoming part of our creative and supportive community. Stevenson is committed to providing a well-rounded academic experience, personalized support for international students, and a welcoming campus environment.
Private Scholarships
As an online college that accepts financial aid, this includes scholarships and grants that are offered by private sources — such as fraternal and religious organizations, labor unions, professional associations, social groups, and ethnic associations. Because they are private and therefore not administered by Stevenson, you will need to research and apply for them on your own. The best place to start your research is your local church or synagogue, or a local club such as the Lions or Kiwanis. In addition, various publications contain private resource information; they can be found in your local library or bookstore.
Report Your Private Funding
When applying for financial aid for your online degree, any outside funding you receive must be taken into account when your eligibility is determined for need-based financial aid, such as the Direct Student Loan program. If you have been offered funding from a source outside the University, you should notify the Financial Aid Office of the amount and of the donor.
Federal Loans
A part of your financial aid award may be a loan from the Federal Direct Student Loan Program. A loan must be repaid. Therefore, when deciding whether to borrow, you should examine your need for assistance and your future ability to repay. Generally, you will have from 10 to 25 years to repay your loan, depending on the repayment plan you choose. Your monthly payment amount will be based on how much you borrowed and how long you take to repay. Direct Loans have a fixed interest rate that differs depending on the loan type. The terms and conditions of all loans are explained in the Master Promissory Note which all borrowers must complete and sign.
Alternative/Private Education Loan
Alternative Student Loans, also commonly referred to as Private Education Loans, are consumer loans offered by banks, credit unions, and other private lenders to cover the cost of college not covered by financial aid for online degrees.
Before applying for an Alternative Student Loan, the student and parent of a dependent student should compare the terms of the loan with loan assistance available through the Federal Direct Student Loan and Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan Programs. Most Alternative Student Loan Programs are not competitive with the Federal Loan Programs and are only intended to provide supplemental education financing after all federal options are exhausted.
Major Requirements
- CDF 110 Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics Fundamentals
- CDF 240 Linux System Administration
- CDF 251 Network Security
- CDF 252 Networking II
- CDF 261 Digital Forensics
- CDF 271 Intrusion and Penetration Testing
- CDF 281 Advanced Network Defense
- CDF 290 Legal Aspects of Cybersecurity
- CDF 391 Incident Response and Investigation
- CDF 392 Information Systems Forensic Internals – Auditing
- CDF 393 Forensic Evidence Collection Tools and Techniques
- CDF 475 Advanced Digital Forensics
- CDF 480 Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics Capstone
- IS 140 Information Systems Architecture and Design
- IS 231 Network Technologies
- IS 232 TCP and IP Communication Protocols for Windows and UNIX
- IS 235 Advanced Windows Server Architecture & Administration
- IS 240 Programming Concepts
- IS 350 IS Internship
- IS 365 Writing for IS Applications
- IS 432 Network Security-Firewalls, IDS, and Counter Measures
- MGT 210 Business Writing
Complete all major requirements and take one course from ACC, FIN, INBUS, MGT, or MKT.
Graduates of the Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics program will:
- Develop a security policy for an organization that balances the organization’s mission, culture, human factors, and security requirements.
- Apply risk assessment methodologies in selecting and configuring security controls to protect information assets.
- Monitor a network infrastructure for cyber attacks.
- Mitigate the effects on a network infrastructure due to a cyber attack.
- Evaluate an end-to-end computer forensics investigation.
- Prepare a digital forensics evidence report.
Internship Placements
- Central Intelligence Agency
- Defense Information Systems Agency
- Federal Bureau of Investigation
- National Security Agency
- United States Cyber Command
Top Employers
- Amazon
- Department of Defense
- Microsoft
- U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Division
- United States Government
Common Pathways
- Cyber Threat Analysis
- Cybersecurity Specialist
- Digital Data Forensic Examiner
- Forensics Support
- IT Security Specialist