Program Overview
Problem-solving, innovation, transformation and creativity. The field of cybersecurity involves much more than programming—it engages and challenges a multitude of skill sets and is only limited by your imagination. Virtually every industry relies on computing, including security, providing a nearly endless amount of opportunities for talented individuals.
The online Cybersecurity certificate program provides top-notch instruction to ensure students are prepared for career success upon completion. If you want to be involved in this ever-changing and challenging field, Mines can help you make it happen.
16% projected job growth
(computer science)
2018-2028
$81,056 average
starting salary
(CS master’s)
32% projected job
growth (cybersecurity)
2018-2028
Requirements and Costs
Graduate Certificate
- Undergraduate-level knowledge on data structures, computer organization, algorithms, and operating systems
- Undergraduate-level knowledge on statistics and discrete mathematics
- Undergraduate-level skills on the Linux operating system and shell scripts
- Undergraduate-level programming skills in languages such as C, C++, Python, Java, JavaScript and HTML/CSS
- Statement of purpose letter: present your professional and personal goals
- CV
Graduate Certificate
- CSCI 560 – Fundamentals of Computer Networks
- CSCI 574 – Theory of Cryptography
- CSCI 585 – Information Security and Privacy
- CSCI 587 – Cyber Physical Systems Security
Tuition
| CREDIT HOURS | TUITION 2020-21 Per Semester |
|---|---|
| 1.0 | $999 |
| 2.0 | $1,998 |
| 3.0 | $2,997 |
| 4.0 | $3,996 |
| 5.0 | $4,995 |
| 6.0 | $5,994 |
| 7.0 | $6,993 |
| 8.0 | $7,992 |
| 9.0 | $8,991 |
| 10.0 | $9,990 |
| 11.0 | $10,989 |
| 12.0 | $11,988 |
| 13.0 | $12,987 |
| 14.0 | $13,986 |
| 15.0 | $14,985 |
| 16.0 | $15,984 |
| 17.0 | $16,983 |
| 18.0 | $17,982 |
| 19.0 | $18,981 |
- Employer contributions are routinely applied to cover a portion of this cost.
- Serious about a Mines program? Let Financial Aid help you consider payment options, identify employer contributions and more. We’re here to help.
Fees
- Fees for students enrolled in Mines Online programs or courses are included in the cost of tuition ($999 per credit hour)
More information about tuition and fees.
Career Outcomes
Cybersecurity
- Security analyst
- Security engineering
- Cryptographer
- Security architect
- Security software developer
Online Student Resources
Academic Support
Tutoring, Writing Center, Library, bookstore, software access and more
Student Services
Tech help, Disability Services, Career Services, Veteran Services, Blastercard, counseling and more
Support & Connections
Online student organizations, alumni connections, Dean of Students and more
Degree Options
Graduate Certificate
- Cybersecurity for Cyber-Physical Systems
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Demonna Wade
“Studying computer science at Mines has given me the flexibility to work in any career field, as well as any location.”
Computer Science Student