Discover Cybersecurity and Learn to Protect the Data & Information

Earn your Cybersecurity bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan-Flint and equip yourself with the expertise to succeed in the growing field.

Protecting sensitive information from cyberattacks such as viruses and malware has been an increasingly important global matter. Every minute, $2.9 million is lost to cybercrime. Therefore, organizations in the 21st century need cybersecurity professionals to help them fight against malicious activities.

UM-Flint’s Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity degree empowers you to defend individuals’ and organizations’ data security with robust technical skills. During the program of study, you also grow your communication and leadership capabilities through real-world experience.

Why Earn Your BS in Cybersecurity Degree at UM-Flint?

Flexible Online & In-Person Hybrid Courses

UM-Flint makes it convenient for you to earn your cybersecurity bachelor’s degree with a mix of in-person and online courses. This flexible learning format enables you to enjoy face-to-face discussions with classmates and professors while having the opportunity for remote learning.

UM-Flint is committed to providing an unparalleled experience for both online and in-person learners. For example, some of the cybersecurity courses are taught in networked flexible classrooms, in which professors are able to teach in-person and online students simultaneously. As a result, whether you are learning online or in person, you can have an engaging classroom experience.

Real-World Experience in Cybersecurity

Thanks to the real-world experiences embedded in the BS in Cybersecurity program, you can be fully ready to make a difference right after graduation. During a two-semester practicum experience, you select and research a real industry problem—and resolve it with viable solutions! You can also earn experience and college credits at the same time with a dedicated internship course.

As part of the College of Innovation & Technology (CIT), UM-Flint’s cybersecurity curriculum is built with input by a panel of industry experts. With a wealth of experience in the field, the faculty works to ensure that information shared in the classroom is relevant to what is needed in the real world. In addition to learning with confidence, networking opportunities are also made available thanks to CIT’s industry partnerships.

Supportive CIT Faculty

The University of Michigan-Flint CIT’s faculty is dedicated to helping you achieve your academic and career goals. With their passion for fostering tomorrow’s cybersecurity professionals, they support you in every possible way to overcome challenges you may have during your program of study. To enhance your learning experience, the faculty also offers mentorship opportunities and career guidance.

Cybersecurity has become one of the world’s largest industries, expected to grow to $345 billion by 2026. At the same time, employers report a severe shortage of qualified professionals, making a cybersecurity major one of the best options for students seeking a successful and rewarding career after graduation.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates the employment of Information Security Analysts will grow 33% through 2030, and Michigan’s current supply of competent workers does not meet the demand.

UM-Flint’s BS in Cybersecurity program provides the enriched perspectives necessary in the culturally-driven global marketplace of today and the future. As a cybersecurity major, you actively engage with advisors and faculty mentors, receiving strong career guidance and preparation while maintaining rigorous and relevant academic progress.

Upon graduation, you have a solid foundation for employment opportunities as there is a significant workforce gap, with demand far outpacing the supply of graduates for the foreseeable future.

Common cybersecurity job titles include:

Learn more about what you can do with a cybersecurity degree.