OpenFieldBachelor of Science in Cybersecurity & Defensive Operations
NSA-designated Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense, teaching ethical hacking, network forensics, threat intelligence, and security policy.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- High school GPA 2.75+
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 68
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Transcripts and application form
- Recommendation letters
- Not required
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- GCU STEM Achievement Scholarship up to $6,000 per year
- Application fee
- $0 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- $16,500 per academic year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 1, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Grand Canyon University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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