Program Overview
Discover our online MIS Cybersecurity program
Prepare to protect organizations from relentless digital attacks and keep data safe with the 100% online Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems – Cybersecurity from Northwest Missouri State University. According to Burning Glass Technologies, jobs in cybersecurity have grown three times faster compared to IT jobs overall—plus, cybersecurity professionals are earning 16% more than their IT counterparts (2019). A degree with a cybersecurity concentration gives you the in-demand qualifications that set you up to work in virtually any industry.
In our online management information systems – cybersecurity program, you will gain highly sought-after business and management competencies as well as skills in computer programming, network fundamentals, systems analysis and design, and data and information systems protection. As a graduate, you will be prepared to detect vulnerabilities and to recommend software and hardware programs that can keep data out of the wrong hands and reduce risk, and to develop digital hygiene policies and procedures for maintaining security. Our online bachelor’s program prepares you to become a valued IT professional who can respond rapidly to real-world threats.
Our experiential learning format prepares you with the relevant knowledge and skills to effectively contribute to the workforce upon graduating. The undergraduate-level curriculum goes beyond theory and encourages you, as a student, to think critically and act decisively. Plus, the profession-based learning aspect of the curriculum, influenced by the Professional Advisory Board at Northwest, allows you to apply your studies to real-life contexts. The Board, composed of industry professionals, meets annually to discuss the job market, workforce skills, gaps and needs and provides that information to Northwest faculty so they may incorporate it in their course learning outcomes.
Accreditation:
Northwest Missouri State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Graduates of this online MIS program will:
- Learn to detect and prevent cybersecurity attacks on computer systems
- Identify problems related to information systems and develop solutions for them
- Communicate problems and solutions to a variety of audiences within a business organization
- Be prepared to act as the bridge between tech and business professionals
- Study project management and learn to develop a project management plan
- Learn the fundamentals of digital forensics
- Learn to detect and prevent cybersecurity attacks on computer systems
- Identify problems related to information systems and develop solutions for them
- Communicate problems and solutions to a variety of audiences within a business organization
- Be prepared to act as the bridge between tech and business professionals
- Study project management and learn to develop a project management plan
- Learn the fundamentals of digital forensics
Management information system jobs in cybersecurity:
- Security Engineer
- Systems Administrator
- Information Security Analyst
- Cybersecurity Architect or Analyst
- Security Software Developer
- Digital Forensics Analyst
- Cryptographer
- Security Engineer
- Systems Administrator
- Information Security Analyst
- Cybersecurity Architect or Analyst
- Security Software Developer
- Digital Forensics Analyst
- Cryptographer
Also available:
Northwest offers a variety of specialized online education program options. Check out our other online undergraduate programs.
Accreditation:
Northwest Missouri State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Tuition
Find out how and when to pay your tuition
Our B.S. in MIS – Cybersecurity online program offers affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition, which is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. All fees are included.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course |
|---|---|---|
| B.S. MIS – Cybersecurity | $334* | $1,002 |
Important Refund Information
| 2nd day of class | Last date for 100% refund for dropped course |
| 4th day of class | Last date for 75% refund for dropped course |
| 6th day of class | Last date for 50% refund for dropped course |
| 8th day of class | Last date for 25% refund for dropped course |
Required fees
Required fee per course: $30
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Calendar
Our application deadlines and class schedules
Northwest online programs are delivered in an accelerated format ideal for working students, conveniently featuring multiple start dates each year
| Term | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 | 1/13/25 | 12/19/24 | 1/2/25 | 1/7/25 | 1/8/25 | 2/28/25 |
| Spring 2 | 3/10/25 | 2/18/25 | 2/24/25 | 3/3/25 | 3/5/25 | 4/25/25 |
| Summer 1 | 5/5/25 | 4/15/25 | 4/21/25 | 4/28/25 | 4/30/25 | 6/20/25 |
| Summer 2 | 6/23/25 | 6/2/25 | 6/6/25 | 6/13/25 | 6/17/25 | 8/8/25 |
| Fall 1 | 8/25/25 | 8/5/25 | 8/11/25 | 8/18/25 | 8/20/25 | 10/10/25 |
| Fall 2 | 10/20/25 | 9/30/25 | 10/6/25 | 10/13/25 | 10/15/25 | 12/5/25 |
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Admissions
What you need to know before applying in the online cybersecurity bachelor’s program
At Northwest, we’ve streamlined the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. Please read the requirements for the B.S. in MIS – Cybersecurity online, including what additional materials you need and where you should send them. The requirements include:
Admission Requirements:
- GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
To apply for this program, you must meet the requirements for one of the sections listed below.
Transfer Criteria
- Students with 24 or more transferrable credit hours:
- A minimum 2.0 cumulative transfer GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
- Students with less than 24 transferrable credit hours:
- Follow freshman admission requirements and have a minimum 2.0 cumulative transfer GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
- Transfer students from non-regionally accredited institutions will also be considered a freshman; credit cannot be transferred into Northwest from a non-regionally accredited institution
Returning Students (previously enrolled as degree-seeking at Northwest)
- A minimum 2.0 cumulative transfer GPA in any coursework completed since last being at Northwest (on 4.0 scale)
- A probation essay (if returning after being suspended or put on probation) explaining previous time at Northwest, what they've been doing since and how they plan to be successful when they return
Freshman Criteria (Adult - 24+ years old):
- High school transcript showing graduation date or completion of GED/HiSET
- Essay
- ACT/SAT test scores optional; can be submitted for scholarship/placement purposes if available
Freshman Criteria (for non-adult freshmen and transfers with less than 24 transferrable hours):
- Category I:
- 21 or higher ACT composite (or the SAT equivalent: SAT-980 or 1060**)
- A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA (weighted or unweighted) or above (on 4.0 scale)
**Per 2016 SAT redesign.
- Category II:
- Have an admissions index score (see here) that equals or exceeds 100 points
- A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA (weighted or unweighted) or above (on a 4.0 scale)
- Category III:
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA (weighted or unweighted) or above (on a 4.0 scale)
- Complete high school college-preparatory curriculum
- Students who have completed the GED or HiSET are eligible with a minimum score of 660 on the GED or a minimum score of 75 on the HiSET
- This category is not an option for home-schooled or unaccredited high school graduates unless they have also completed the GED or HiSET
Home-Schooled Students
Applicants must have their ACT or SAT results submitted directly from ACT or College Board. A transcript listing of high school courses and grades in each course is also required for admission.
- 21 or higher on the ACT (or SAT equivalent), OR
- GED score of 660 or higher, OR
- HiSET score of 75 or higher
GED Applicants/HiSET Applicants
A student may be considered for admission after receiving an equivalency certification, meeting the following criteria:
- GED score of 660 or higher, OR
- HiSET score of 75 or higher
Official transcripts can be emailed to [email protected]. To submit official documents by mail, send them to:
Office of AdmissionsNorthwest Missouri State University
800 University Drive
Maryville, MO 64468-6001
Have a question? Call us at 844-890-9304.
Click here for State Authorization information.
Admission Requirements:
- GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
Courses
A look at the online MIS – cybersecurity degree curriculum
For the B.S. in MIS – Cybersecurity online, the curriculum is comprised of 120 credit hours, including: 44-47 credit hours of Northwest Core (general education), 4 credit hours of Institutional Requirements, 48 credit hours of Common Professional Component Courses, 18 credit hours of Required Courses, 9 credit hours of Cybersecurity Emphasis Courses and 3 credit hours of Advisor-Approved Elective Courses.
Students are required to take a University Seminar (1 credit hour) and a Digital Literacy course (3 credit hours), usually Computers and Information Technology because this is the only Digital Literacy course currenlty offered to Online Professional students.
To ensure a common professional foundation among the accredited business programs, all students majoring in Accounting, Business Economics, Business Management, Business Technology, Finance, International Business, Management Information Systems, Marketing, and Organizational Behavior/Human Resource Management are required to fulfill the following common professional component requirements. A minimum grade of C is mandatory for each of the Common Professional Component and required courses.
Non-business Courses (9 hours)
Business Courses (39 hours)
Click here for the 2023-2024 Common Professional Component courses.
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*Tuition and fees are based on current rates. Textbooks and laptops are not included with tuition. A one-time fee of $20.50 will be charged for remote proctoring of required Assessment of Core Proficiencies.
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