Cybersecurity
Purdue’s cybersecurity program prepares you to protect digital systems through secure coding, forensics and threat analysis. Build a strong IT foundation while gaining hands-on experience designing secure systems and tracking vulnerabilities in a fast-moving field.
Why Purdue?
With a degree in cybersecurity from Purdue, you will be well-prepared to step into various critical roles within the cybersecurity industry. Careers in this field are diverse and include:
- Computer security incident responder
- Digital security consultant
- IT security operator
- Incident response consultant
- Systems security engineer
- Source code auditor
- Vulnerability assessor
Our graduates thrive across various high-impact roles, contributing to the success of some of the most prestigious organizations in the cybersecurity sector, including:
- Cisco
- Apple
- FBI
- Deloitte
You should pursue the most rigorous high school curriculum available to you. Succeeding in challenging courses will make you a stronger candidate for Purdue’s competitive admission process and better prepare you for college success.
Minimum high school coursework (many applicants exceed these minimums):
- Math – 4 years
- English – 4 years
- Lab science – 3 years
- Social studies – 3 years
- World language – 2 years
Connect
Purdue Polytechnic Institute
Discover our 30-plus majors and learn how our students become uniquely qualified for technology-driven careers.
Contact
Polytechnic Recruiting
765-494-4935
techrecruit@purdue.edu
Visit
Experience for yourself all that Purdue has to offer with opportunities to explore in-person or virtually.
Apply
Ready to take the next step? Apply to begin your journey at Purdue in the cybersecurity program.
Noah Pumphrey
When Noah Pumphrey decided to return to college, Purdue in Indianapolis stood out for one reason: its nationally respected cybersecurity program. “Cybersecurity at Purdue is just different,” he says. “It’s the best in the country. I look at my experience and see that they prepare us so well here. You gain fundamental skills that you can actually put to work.” Balancing full-time work with classes, Pumphrey found the program’s flexibility—and close connections with expert faculty—key to his success. “The professors at Purdue in Indianapolis work hard to set us up for success,” he adds.
Transfer to Cybersecurity
Purdue admits to individual majors. Transfer students must meet Purdue’s overall transfer criteria, as well as any major-specific requirements. Before you apply, check the closed programs page to confirm this major is open to transfer students. If it is, refer to the information below for major-specific transfer criteria.
- Minimum 3.2 GPA
- One coding course (B- or better)
- One college-level calculus 1 course (B- or better)
