Why ODU for Cyber Systems Security?

In the modern age, almost all industry relies on information technology. That means companies need professionals with the skills and knowledge to protect information systems.

Learn the cyber security systems and the threats they face in this online certificate. You'll complete the program prepared to analyze cyber security risks and to prevent, detect and recover from cyber attacks.

This program takes advantage of ODU's strengths in cyber systems, computer engineering, software engineering, and modeling and simulation. We've designed this certificate to benefit current professionals as well as graduate students.

When you graduate, you will earn an Advanced Engineering Certificate in Cyber Systems Security. This certificate is designed both as a complement to a graduate degree and as a way for professionals in business, healthcare, government, military, and homeland security to expand their knowledge.

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NSA National Center of Academic Excellence

Old Dominion University has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence (CAE) by the National Security Agency (NSA) in all three focus areas:

  • National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD)
  • National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Operations (CAE-CO)
  • National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Research (CAE-R)

Learn More About NCAE Designations

Program Information

Total
12 Credit Hours

You will take a set of four courses to complete this certificate.

Participate in live, regularly scheduled online class meetings and access course materials online from any location. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

Total
12 Credit Hours

You will take a set of four courses to complete this certificate.

Participate in live, regularly scheduled online class meetings and access course materials online from any location. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

Cost & Aid

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In-state Virginia Residents
$620 per credit hour*
Out-of-state Students
$642 per credit hour

Rates are effective Fall 2024 and subject to change.
* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.

The newest class of graduates through ODUGlobal celebrated commencement in May 2024.
Scholarship & Aid

Scholarship Opportunities for Online Students

At ODUGlobal, we offer a variety of scholarships to support and empower you in achieving your academic and career goals, making quality education accessible wherever you are. 

Careers in Cyber Systems Security

Information Security Engineers
Growth
10.8%
Median Salary
$104,920
Information Security Analysts
Growth
32.7%
Median Salary
$120,360
Computer Systems Analysts
Growth
10.7%
Median Salary
$103,800
Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
Growth
10.8%
Median Salary
$104,920
Information Technology Project Managers
Growth
10.8%
Median Salary
$104,920

ODUGlobal Graduate Admissions Team

Elaine Ross, Assistant Director of Graduate and International Admissions

Contact us at globalgradadmit@odu.edu about admission requirements, deadlines, or anything else you need to know about the application process!

Angel Baker
Applications Coordinator
Angela Schlender
Applications Coordinator

Ready to Apply?

You must have a baccalaureate degree in engineering or a related STEM field from a regionally-accredited institution. Prerequisite courses are required in college-level mathematics, calculus-based physics, and introductory programming. Note: Current Master of Engineering students at ODU are not eligible to take this certificate.