Gain the skills and preparation you need to succeed as a competitive professional in the field of cybersecurity through the graduate certificate in cybersecurity at Saint Louis University's School for Professional Studies. The curriculum for the certificate is designed to help you learn to apply information security principles to analyze, detect and mitigate vulnerabilities and intrusions to your organization’s cyberinfrastructure. With coursework focused on learning cybersecurity principles, administration of data, identification of cyber threats, and ways to defend against these threats, you will be more prepared to lead cyber teams and programs in roles ranging from government cybersecurity analyst to data security consultant.

As part of the School for Professional Studies, this 12-credit, fully-online program offers technology-driven professionals like you a flexible option to meet your personal career goals. If you have obtained an undergraduate degree or higher, you may pursue a stand-alone certificate in cybersecurity. All courses are offered in eight-week terms through SLU Online, making advanced education more accessible for working professionals. 

If you complete the certificate, you also have the option of applying to the Master of Science in Cybersecurity program and, if accepted, have all of the certificate credits count toward the master's degree. 

Careers

The post-baccalaureate certificate in cybersecurity prepares you to manage and lead cyber teams and programs. Graduates of the cybersecurity program have the foundation necessary to succeed as network and computer systems administrators, government cybersecurity analysts, computer systems analysts, information security analysts, and computer and information systems managers.

Admission Requirements

• Completed application
• Official transcript(s) from the most recent institution attended
• Most successful applicants have an undergraduate grade point average of 3.00 or better
• At least two years of work experience is recommended (includes full-time and part-time employment, internships, co-ops and similar experiences)
• Statement of professional goals (approximately 500 words suggested) articulating what attracted you to this program, and how a master's degree in this field will benefit you in your present or future career
• Resume or curriculum vitae

Requirements for International Students

All admission policies and requirements for domestic students apply to international students along with the following:

•Demonstrate English language proficiency. Some examples of demonstrated English language proficiency include minimum score requirements for the following standardized tests: 

• Paper-based TOEFL: 550
• Internet-based TOEFL: 80
• IELTS: 6.5
• PTE: 54

•Academic records, in English translation, of students who have undertaken postsecondary studies outside the United States must include the courses taken and/or lectures attended, practical laboratory work, the maximum and minimum grades attainable, the grades earned or the results of all end-of-term examinations, and any honors or degrees received. WES and ECE transcripts are accepted.

Application and Assistantship Deadlines

Students should apply for the fall semester by August 7, spring semester by January 1 and the summer semester by May 14.

Review Process

Applications are reviewed by program directors.

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Scholarships and Financial Aid

For priority consideration for graduate assistantship, applicants should complete their applications by Feb. 1. 

For more information, visit the student financial services office online at http://finaid.slu.edu.  

1. Graduates will be able to construct and implement networks and data management systems that protect intellectual property using cybersecurity principles.
2. Graduates will be able to apply information security principles to analyze, detect and mitigate vulnerabilities and intrusions.

Apply for Admission

For additional admission questions, please call 314-526-2825 or email sps@slu.edu.