Bachelor of Science in Cyber Operations — Dakota State University

Bachelor of Science in Cyber Operations — Dakota State University

State University’s B.S. in Cyber Operations goes beyond surface-level security training. This NSA-designated Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Operations (CAE-CO) gives students elite, hands-on experience in the tactics and tools used to defend — and ethically break — systems. The curriculum is deeply technical, with an emphasis on offensive and defensive cyber strategies, malware analysis, exploit development, and secure software design.

You’ll get dirty with real-world cyber labs — from tearing apart malware to practicing exploitation safely in sandboxed environments in this program. DSU offers fully online and on-campus delivery options, flexible scheduling, a “Degree in Three” track, and a 4+1 path for completing your BS + MS in just five years. You can even compete in top-tier events like the National Cyber League and CCDC or apply for the CyberCorps Scholarship for Service, which offers full tuition + a $25K stipend.

Whether you’re into national security, digital forensics, or ethical hacking, this program equips you with both the mindset and toolkit to go head-to-head with modern cyber threats. And you’ll do it with backing from the Beacom College of Computer and Cyber Sciences — one of the most respected tech hubs in the Midwest.