Cybersecurity Programs at the University of Denver
Jobs in cybersecurity are booming – over the next decade, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects nearly over 30% job growth, nearly eight times higher than the growth rate for all occupations. The average entry-level cyber analyst salary is $88,000 (Lightcast, 2022).
The University of Denver offers several cyber and information security programs designed for busy adults that will equip you with the skills necessary to start or advance your career in cybersecurity – from fast-paced bootcamps to graduate certificates to master’s degrees.
Need fast yet thorough education in basic cybersecurity technical skills? Check out our accelerated cyber bootcamp or graduate certificates in information systems security.
Looking for in-depth understanding of cybersecurity, programming, and computer science to address cyber threats? Our MS in Cybersecurity provides hands-on experience across cybersecurity domains.
Want to combine technical expertise with cyber leadership and management, skills? Explore our master’s degrees and certificates cybersecurity management and information systems security.
Cybersecurity Programs at DU
MS in Cybersecurity
Gain comprehensive, hands-on cybersecurity knowledge and skills with a strong computer science and programming focus.
- No prior computer science background required
- Campus-based evening courses
- Finish in 18-24 months
- Start date: September
MS in Information and Communications Technology (Cybersecurity Management)
Combine advanced technical knowledge with management and leadership skills to manage cyber governance, compliance, and regulatory issues.
- 100% online or campus-based evening courses
- Finish in 18-24 months
- Start dates: September, January, April, June
- No application fee. No GRE required.
MS in Information and Communications Technology (Information Systems Security)
Gain hands-on technical skills to analyze security needs and provide effective solutions. Curriculum aligns with the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Common Body of Knowledge (CBK).
- 100% online or campus-based evening courses
- Finish in 18-24 months
- Start dates: September, January, April, June
- No application fee. No GRE required.
MS in Security Management (Information Security)
Learn to assess security operations and develop best-in-class organizational security policies to mitigate risks and threats.
- 100% online
- Finish in 18-24 months
- Start dates: September, January, April, June
- No application fee. No GRE required.
Graduate Certificates in Cybersecurity Management
Choose from 4 and 6-course certificates that deliver technical knowledge and advanced management skills to lead organizational cyber operations.
- 100% online or campus-based evening courses
- Finish in 6-12 months
- Start dates: September, January, April, June
- No application fee. No GRE required.
Graduate Certificate in Information Systems Security
Choose from 4- and 6-course certificates that deliver comprehensive technical skills to solve cybersecurity challenges.
- 100% online or campus-based evening courses
- Finish in 6-12 months
- Start dates: September, January, April, June
- No application fee. No GRE required.
Graduate Certificate in Information Security
Choose from 4- and 6-course certificates and learn to develop security policies and plans that protect organizations.
- 100% online
- Finish in 6-12 months
- Start dates: September, January, April, June
- No application fee. No GRE required.
Cybersecurity Boot Camp
Learn and apply fundamental cybersecurity skills in a fast-paced, immersive experience.
- 100% online
- 6-month program
- Start dates: every 3-4 months
- Non-credit – no bachelor’s degree required