Cyber Security Certificate Enrollment

The Cyber Tech Academy application and enrollment process allows you to start your cyber security training sooner and bring solutions to the field faster.

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How to Enroll

Review Cyber Tech Academy admission guidelines, including:

  • Strong English language speaking, writing and reading skills
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience*
  • Ability and willingness to dedicate 15-20 hours per week to coursework
  • Additional information is available here

Connect with an enrollment advisor to discuss the best certificate(s) for your professional goals

Complete the Cyber Tech Academy enrollment form, including all questions related to your background and personal information

Tuition: $5,000 with a 10% discount if you pay in full

*Recommended for all certificates, required for students planning to pursue the Ethical Hacking certificate.

Payment Options

Cyber Tech Academy students have two payment options:

  1. Tuition: $5,000 with a 10% discount if you pay in full
  2. Pay in three monthly installments. $1,666.67 is due upon enrollment, with auto-billing for the remaining payments. Students pay a total of $5,000.

Tuition Reimbursement Options

External Funding

We encourage Cyber Tech Academy students to consider potential funding options like external scholarships and more to help cover the cost of certificates. Contact your enrollment advisor for a curated list of cyber security scholarship resources.  

Company Tuition Reimbursement

Many companies and organizations have tuition reimbursement programs for their employees. Check with your company’s human resources department to see if you qualify. Some companies will also pay for the costs up-front. 

Local Lending Institutions

Various local banks, credit unions and lending institutions offer private loan programs specifically for continuing education. Check with your local financial institution to see what types of programs may be available.

GAIN REAL-WORLD SKILLS FROM WORLD OF HAIKU  

Want to experience hands-on cyber security training while gaming? Cyber Tech Academy certificate students are eligible to receive a free license to play World of Haiku,* an interactive, one-of-a-kind online game that teaches critical cyber security and ethical hacking skills. Gain resume-building skills that show potential employers your progress in this area. Regardless of your know-how, you’ll expand your knowledge and skills with fundamental cyber security tools necessary for today’s rapidly growing cyber industry.

Learn More About World of Haiku

*World of Haiku is a third-party service provider not affiliated with SDSU. Opting into using the service means you consent to their Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Cyber Security Career Paths

An in-demand profession, there are opportunities for cyber security professionals at every level. While not exhaustive, this chart highlights some of the top cyber security roles in 2021. 

Job Title
Median Annual Salary
Total Job Openings
Job Title Cyber Security Engineer
Median Annual Salary $105,349
Total Job Openings $65,105
Job Title Cyber Security Analyst
Median Annual Salary $100,603
Total Job Openings $28,482
Job Title Cyber Security Consultant
Median Annual Salary $87,753
Total Job Openings $21,889
Job Title Cyber Security Manager
Median Annual Salary $101,802
Total Job Openings $21,561
Job Title Vulnerability Analyst
Median Annual Salary $101,231
Total Job Openings $19,363
Job Title Cyber Security Specialist
Median Annual Salary $99,652
Total Job Openings $8,940

Source: Cyberseek, 2021

Certificates

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Artificial Intelligence for Cyber Security

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Cloud Security and Governance

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Cyber Governance and Risk Management

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Cyber Security in Healthcare

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Ethical Hacking

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