Cybersecurity B.S.
Defend the systems that power an AI-driven world.
Artificial intelligence is transforming every industry, and it is transforming the threat landscape just as fast. As organizations race to adopt AI, the demand for professionals who can secure data, networks, and intelligent systems has never been greater. Manhattan University's Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity gives you a rigorous foundation in computer science, mathematics, and hands-on security practice, preparing you to protect information systems against current and emerging attacks and to lead in a field now at the forefront of technology.
This program is part of Computer Science
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Why Cybersecurity at Manhattan University?
Cybersecurity at Manhattan University is built on the conviction that the best security professionals understand systems from the ground up. You'll begin with core programming and a strong mathematical foundation, then apply them to real problems in cryptography, web security, network security, blockchain, and cyberlaw. The curriculum deliberately combines theory and practice: you'll learn how cryptographic protocols work by building them from their mathematical foundations, then use that knowledge to analyze and defend real systems in the security lab.
You'll also learn to see security the way the field demands, as more than a technical problem. Coursework in digital privacy, policy, and cyberlaw examines how technical decisions affect individuals, businesses, and society, a perspective that matters more than ever as organizations weigh the promise and the risks of artificial intelligence. Through team projects and hands-on lab assignments, you'll work the way professionals do: collaboratively, under realistic conditions, and communicating clearly.
Everything comes together in a one-semester senior capstone. Working in a small team, you'll design, build, and evaluate a complete cybersecurity solution for a real-world problem or client scenario, practicing the project planning, documentation, and client-facing communication that employers expect from cybersecurity professionals. Graduates leave ready for careers in secure software development, penetration testing, incident response, digital forensics, and security engineering, or for graduate study and industry certifications.
Academics
Curriculum & Courses
The B.S. in Cybersecurity is a 128-credit program that balances a strong computer science foundation, specialized security coursework, mathematics and science, and the Manhattan University liberal arts core.
Students choose two advanced security electives from a growing list that includes Web Security, Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Technologies, and Special Topics in Security, a rotating course covering emerging areas such as software security, data security and privacy, wireless and mobile security, and cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. As enrollment grows, new electives in emerging security domains will support specialized areas of concentration. To view the whole curriculum, please visit Manhattan University's academic catalog.
- Computer Security
- Cybersecurity Lab
- Cryptography and Security
- Network Security
- Cybersecurity Policy, Privacy, and Ethics
- Computer Networks
- Data Structures and Algorithms I
- Operating Systems
Cybersecurity Electives & Minor:
Computing Electives: An additional computing elective lets students deepen their technical range with courses such as Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning and Generative AI, Cloud Computing and Virtualization, Data Mining, and Python Programming.
Capstone: The program culminates in the Cybersecurity Capstone, a team-based senior project in which students design, implement, and present a significant applied security solution for a real-world problem or client scenario.
AI Minor: Pair your major with the Minor in Artificial Intelligence, open to all majors with tailored pathways for students with or without programming experience, and graduate fluent in both securing intelligent systems and building them.
Why Study in New York City
New York City is one of the world's most demanding cybersecurity markets, home to organizations across finance, health care, technology, media, and government that defend some of the most targeted systems anywhere, and that need security talent even more urgently as they race to adopt AI. Studying minutes from this ecosystem means access that few programs can match: internships with NYC employers, capstone projects grounded in real industry problems, and faculty networks that reach across the city's security and technology sectors. Manhattan University students graduate with the technical skills, professional connections, and practical experience needed to compete where the stakes are highest.
Learn From Researchers Shaping the Field
Cybersecurity students learn from the Department of Computer Science faculty, active researchers in cryptography, neural networks and machine learning, cloud computing, and AI applications in cybersecurity. They teach every course in small classes, mentor students through research and applied projects, and guide senior teams through the capstone from first proposal to final client presentation.
Career Outcomes
Potential Careers
Graduates are equipped to pursue careers across the rapidly growing security field, from defending networks and investigating breaches to securing the AI systems organizations are racing to deploy, as well as graduate study in cybersecurity and related fields.
- AI Security Specialist
- Cloud Security Specialist
- Digital Forensics Examiner
- Incident Response Analyst
- Information Security Analyst
- Network Security Engineer
- Penetration Tester
- Secure Software Developer
- Security Consultant
- Cybersecurity Engineer
About
The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences
The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences is the largest of Manhattan University's three schools, offering 33 undergraduate majors, six graduate programs, and six combined degrees across the humanities, natural and social sciences, and professional fields. Grounded in the University's Lasallian Catholic mission and located near the heart of New York City, the School pairs rigorous academics with small classes, close faculty mentorship, and real-world experience throughout the five boroughs and beyond. That foundation delivers: Manhattan University ranks in the top 3% nationally for salary impact (Wall Street Journal, 2026), a measure of how strongly a degree here translates into graduates' career earnings.
Program Costs & Financial Aid
Manhattan University is committed to making a high-quality, career-focused education accessible and affordable. Through a combination of competitive tuition, robust financial aid, and our Jasper Guarantee, students and families can plan their education with confidence. The Jasper Guarantee locks your tuition rate for all four years—ensuring financial stability and eliminating unexpected increases as you work toward your degree.
More than 90% of Manhattan University students receive some form of financial assistance, including merit scholarships, grants, and need-based aid, significantly reducing the overall cost of attendance.
- Tuition & Fees: View current undergraduate rates
- Financial Aid: 90%+ of students receive aid
- Scholarships: Multiple merit- and need-based opportunities
- Jasper Guarantee: Your tuition rate is locked for all four years
A Manhattan University education is an investment in your future, and we are dedicated to helping you access the resources that make it possible.
A Smarter Investment in Your Future
Jasper Guarantee
At Manhattan University, every undergraduate student is protected by the Jasper Guarantee, which locks your tuition rate for all four years—ensuring clarity, stability, and peace of mind as you plan your education. This promise reflects our commitment to affordability and to supporting students and families throughout their academic journey.
Admissions Information for Manhattan University
Start Your Journey in Cybersecurity
Applying to Manhattan University is designed to be clear and accessible. Review the requirements below to take the next step toward your degree.
Requirements:
- Application & transcript
- SAT/ACT optional
- Personal statement
- Letter(s) of recommendation
Deadlines:
- Early Action: November 15
- Regular Decision: February 1
Admission and Application Process
International Students:
Support available for visas, documentation, and English-language assessments.
Prepare for the Real World
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