Cybersecurity and Defense AAS Degree
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 6
Last Re-Certification Date: 4/21/2025
Program Description
This degree provides a foundation in the principles of cybersecurity. Content covers functions of networks, hardware, and operating systems. This program prepares students for employment in entry level positions in
information systems.
Established in 2017
CIP: 11-1002 System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
College Of DuPage
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Computer and Mathematical Occupations
- (151212 )
- (151244 )
- Management Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- Illinois State Board of Education
Education Information
Associates Degree
96 Weeks ( 1450.00 Hours / 64.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $9,984.00 |
| Books | $2,000.00 |
| Fees | $500.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $781.00 |
| Total Cost | $13,265.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Book and lab fees are estimates. A College of DuPage admission application is required. Please contact the program coordinator for additional questions or information.**Weeks completion dates based on attendance during fall and spring semesters only**
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Math - College Level
- Reading - College Level
- Writing - College Level
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction
Performance Data
Program: Cybersecurity and Defense AAS Degree
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 6
Last Re-Certification Date: 4/21/2025
Program Description
This degree provides a foundation in the principles of cybersecurity. Content covers functions of networks, hardware, and operating systems. This program prepares students for employment in entry level positions in
information systems.
Established in 2017
CIP: 11-1002 System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager.
Provider Information
College Of DuPage
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Computer and Mathematical Occupations
- (151212 )
- (151244 )
- Management Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- Illinois State Board of Education
Education Information
Associates Degree
96 Weeks ( 1450.00 Hours / 64.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $9,984.00 |
| Books | $2,000.00 |
| Fees | $500.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $781.00 |
| Total Cost | $13,265.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Book and lab fees are estimates. A College of DuPage admission application is required. Please contact the program coordinator for additional questions or information.**Weeks completion dates based on attendance during fall and spring semesters only**
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Math - College Level
- Reading - College Level
- Writing - College Level
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction