Study Applied Cybersecurity and Information Technology (B.S.) at Illinois Institute of Technology in the USA, College of Computing
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Applied Cybersecurity and Information Technology (B.S.)

USA

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What will I learn?

Gain a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity and information technology through the cross-disciplinary Bachelor of Science in Applied Cybersecurity and Information Technology. Learn how cybersecurity, technology, management, compliance, and legal issues intersect through this well-rounded program. Experienced information technology professionals and those new to the field can prepare to become cybersecurity and information technology practitioners, investigators, managers, and leaders in one of the fastest growing job sectors. Additional mathematical skills prepare for research and entry into the Master of Science in Applied Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics program.Study information security, information assurance, ethical hacking, vulnerability analysis and control, securing databases, steganography, mobile device forensics, operating system security, business continuity response, disaster recovery, legal and ethical issues, auditing, evidence, and intrusion detection. Work with forensic tools and techniques used to investigate and analyze network-related incidents and preserve digital evidence.

Which department am I in?

College of Computing

Study options

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$50,636.00 per year
Books- 1240 PA

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

August 2026

Venue

Main Campus

10 West 35th Street,

Chicago,

Illinois,

60616, Midwest, United States

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$50,636.00 per year
Books- 1240 PA

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

January 2026

Venue

Main Campus

10 West 35th Street,

Chicago,

Illinois,

60616, Midwest, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

First-year applicants are currently enrolled in secondary school or have completed secondary school and have not attended an institute of higher education outside of their secondary school experience.

This includes students who have taken A-levels or studied in an Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, as long as they have not completed university coursework. Sometimes these students are also referred to as freshmen, regardless of their class standing upon entering the university.

Students engaged in a college preparatory or general education curriculum generally make good candidates for Illinois Tech. Team will take a holistic approach to reviewing your application, taking various factors into account such as high school performance, essays, choice of major, and test scores (optional) to make an admission decision and determine your optimal pathway to achieving your goals.

Recommended Coursework for Competitive High School Applicants: Mathematics: Three to four years; Science: Three years; English: Four years; Social Science: Three years; Second Language: Not required.

English Proficiency Requirement:

TOEFL iBT: 80 or above (20 minimum in all bands)

IELTS: 6.5 or above (6.0 minimum in all bands)

Application deadline: February 1 for fall (June 1 (for international students living in the U.S. only)); November 15 for spring.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Illinois Institute of Technology

Illinois Tech is Chicago’s leading tech university. Illinois Tech graduates get a significant ROI and exceptional career outcomes.

  • Innovative, modern university set in an incredible city
  • Excellent graduate outcomes within six months of completion
  • Contemporary facilities and a modern approach to teaching
  • Active learning programs offer access to hands-on work

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