Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion

What you'll study

The program comprises six hands-on courses that cover core cybersecurity domains and provide practical, workforce-ready skills. Topics and learning outcomes include:

• Computer networking fundamentals as they relate to cybersecurity
• Risk management and application of cybersecurity frameworks
• Vulnerability assessment best practices
• Network infrastructure security and system administration technologies
• Hacking techniques and countermeasures, including ethical hacking and threat detection
• Application of biblical principles to cybersecurity practice

Program course codes: CYB-300, CYB-310, CYB-320, CYB-330, CYB-340, CYB-350.

Entry requirements

The published program page does not list specific admission prerequisites. Prospective students are advised that the program is undergraduate-level and that a basic understanding of computer systems, operating systems, and security concepts is recommended for success. For formal admissions criteria and any prerequisite courses, consult the university course catalog or an enrollment counselor.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for entry-level and advancing roles across various sectors that manage complex networks and information systems. Job titles and pathways noted by the program include information security analyst, security administrator, network security specialist, cybersecurity technician, and vulnerability assessment analyst. The curriculum is aligned to support preparation for industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+ and CySA+.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The program lists tuition at $405 per credit hour and totals 18 credit hours; financial aid options include grants, loans, scholarships, veterans’ benefits, and employer reimbursement. Indiana Wesleyan states that students’ tuition rate is locked when they begin the program and remains the same while continuously enrolled. For estimated cost of attendance and applicable fees, applicants should request a cost sheet or contact an enrollment counselor.