网络安全学位的理学学士（BS）是由STEM指定，CIP代码11.1003（计算机和信息系统安全/信息保证）跨学科计划，由信息系统和技术（工商管理学院）部门和计算机科学（文理学院）。鉴于网络安全既是组织所面临的技术问题，也是管理方面的问题，因此该计划旨在在其课程中涉及多个学科，并且鉴于这一领域的快速变化，主张保持灵活。
Given cybersecurity is both a technical as well as a management issue facing organizations, the program is designed to be multi-disciplinary in its curriculum and espouses to remain nimble given the rapid pace of change in this field.<br>In this challenging and multi-faceted program, students develop both theoretical foundations and applied skills through hands-on labs, workshops, competitions, projects, and internships.<br>This degree is STEM designated, CIP Code 11.1003 (Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance).<br>At the time of application for admission, students choose either a:<br>Computer Science emphasis or<br>Information Systems and Technology emphasis<br>Once students pick an emphasis area upon admission, they will complete general education requirements and a set of courses common across both emphasis areas. They will then complete either Computer Science emphasis specific or Information Systems and Technology emphasis specific courses.<br>Both emphasis areas provide a blend of technical- and business-oriented skills designed to prepare students for a variety of cybersecurity and IT related careers. The Computer Science Emphasis provides enhanced technical depth whereas the Information Systems and Technology Emphasis offers stronger preparation for business and management aspects of cybersecurity.