The University of Tulsa has been at the forefront of cybersecurity research and education. TU has been an NSA Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance and Cyber Defense Education since 2000 - one of the first 14 institutions awarded this distinction. TU also is recognized by NSA as a CAE in IA Research and Cyber Operations. TU alumni are employed in leading roles in the private and public sectors as well as academia. A dynamic combination of creativity and technical knowledge, the field of computer science is a highly valued commodity in today's job market. The Tandy School of Computer Science offers undergraduate degrees in computer science that can lead students to advanced programs in cybersecurity.