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Bachelor of Computer Information Systems with Specializations in Cyber Security Programming (STEM) Devry University  - Chicago Loop Campus Devry University - Chicago Loop Campus, USA

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USD 18504

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 30 Waived

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48 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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61

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Learn to use your love of technology to move business forward by earning a Bachelor’s in Computer Information Systems from DeVry University. Our program covers topics such as information security, web application development and database management. This program is built with our Tech Core curriculum, which focuses on hands-on learning to prepare you with the foundation in technology and the refined tech skills that you can put to work.

Get to Know Our Bachelor's in Computer Information Systems
Our Bachelor’s in Computer Information Systems teaches programming languages like Python, C# (C Sharp) and Java. You’ll learn what it takes to write programs, update and expand existing programs, debug programs and create and test code in an industry standard integrated development environment. Best of all, our knowledgeable professors provide hands-on experience in developing, coding, implementing and testing software and hardware for a variety of real-world applications.

Are you ready to gather evidence and catch cyber thieves? Get started with a Bachelor’s Degree with a Specialization in Computer Forensics from DeVry University. Unlock your inner tech detective as you develop stronger deductive and inductive reasoning skills to formulate and test theories about how cybercrimes were committed.

This program is anchored with Tech Core, curriculum specifically designed to arm you with a foundation in technology. You’ll get hands-on learning in Engineering Technology, Information Technology and Software and Information Systems and build relevant skills you can put to work tomorrow.

Cyber Security Programming Specialization

Cyberattacks can compromise personal data, provide unwanted visibility to sensitive information and cripple a business’ infrastructure. But where there are cybercrimes and cyberattacks, there are dedicated cyber security professionals helping keep organizations safe.

Are you ready to be on the front lines? Get started with a Bachelor’s Degree Specialization in Cyber Security Programming from DeVry University. This program is built with Tech Core curriculum, which is designed to give you hands-on learning experiences in Engineering Technology, Information Technology and Software and Information Systems. You’ll build a foundation of interdisciplinary skills you can put to work in your future cyber security career.

Our Cyber Security Programming Degree Specialization can help you develop the skills and tools you need to protect and defend data against cyberattacks. Our experienced faculty will guide you through hands-on exercises and projects, teaching you how to create, plan, implement and monitor security solutions to protect data and networks and prevent future attacks. You’ll also explore the design of an organization’s security systems procedures, standards, protocols and policies, as well as how to ensure operational security is in compliance with standards, policies and laws.

The Cyber Security Programming Specialization can be earned as a part of the Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Information Systems.

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Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 28 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Jan 2025, Mar 2025, May 2025, Jul 2025, Sep 2025

Closed

Jan 2024, Mar 2024, May 2024, Jul 2024, Aug 2024, Nov 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

    6 IELTS Score
    61 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    58 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    18504

    Tuition Fee
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    USD 30 Waived

    Application Fee
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    18000 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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    Scholarships

    International Student Scholarship

    Scholarship Award

    Beginning in the July 2023 session, a $5,000 International Success Scholarship will be offered to all eligible applicants enrolling in an approved I-20 program and location who are studying in the United States on a F-1 Visa during their first year.
    The $5,000 scholarship will be divided amongst the student’s first 3 semesters.

    1st Semester 2nd Semester 3rd Semester
    $1,667 $1,667 $1,666
    • Scholarship funds will be applied to tuition only
    • Partial scholarship funds are not awarded to students who do not meet continued enrollment eligibility requirements
    • Scholarship funds unused at the point of graduation, or as a result of the student’s ineligibility for continued participation for any reason, will remain undisbursed
    • Scholarship funds will never result in a monetary refund to the student

    Application Deadlines

    Student must meet all enrollment requirements to be admitted into the university prior to the start of the session in which they are applying to start. Students that choose to defer enrollment may only do so for up to two sessions.

    Scholarship Criteria

    Candidates must demonstrate academic preparedness to qualify for the International Student Scholarship. In addition to the standard admission criteria as set forth by the DeVry University/Keller Graduate School of Management academic policy, the following International Student Scholarship award criteria must be met for both undergraduate and graduate degree programs:

    • New, Readmit or Alumni students
      • Enroll in an eligible I-20 approved program/location at DeVry or Keller
      • Reside in the US studying on a F-1 visa
    • Standard placement is required for undergraduate students (not graduate)
    • Meet DVU Admission Requirements
    • Readmit students must maintain the following:
      • 2.5 CGPA for undergraduate students
      • 3.0 CGPA or higher for graduate students
      • Good academic standing or approved appeal or academic warning (dismissed are not eligible)
      • Achieve a minimum cumulative college GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale (78% on a 100-point scale) from a conferred U.S. associate or bachelor’s degree.
    • Must enroll in a minimum of:
      • 12 credit hours per semester for undergraduate degree programs
      • 6 credit hours per semester for graduate degree programs
    • Have met valid United States F-1 Visa status

    Continuing Eligibility Criteria

    • Must maintain:
      • 2.5 CGPA for undergraduate degree programs
      • 3.0 CGPA for graduate degree programs
    • Must maintain valid United States F-1 Visa status
      • If student loses status, current semester and future scholarship awards will be removed
    • Full time enrollment is required
      • Students may take one semester off after they have completed 2 full semesters of attendance with their Designated School Official’s Approval
    • Must remain continuously enrolled in a minimum of:
      • 12 credit hours per semester for undergraduate degree programs
      • 6 credit hours per semester for graduate degree programs
    • Additional Notes
      • United States citizens and permanent residents are not eligible
      • New, readmit, resume and transfer-in students are eligible
      • Scholarship cannot be combined with other scholarships or special tuition pricing offered by DeVry University or its Keller Graduate School of Management

     

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