The demand for college graduates with analytical thinking and problem-solving skills is increasing. To point, in the U.S. there is a severe and urgent workforce shortage in cybersecurity. Cybersecurity jobs are in high demand and the need for more security professionals is escalating. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the rate of growth for jobs in cybersecurity is projected at 37% through 2022, which is much faster than the average for all other occupations. 

This transfer degree option provides a solid subject matter foundation in both mathematics and computer science for students pursuing their studies in the applied field of Cybersecurity. Mathematics and computer science positions are already in high demand, and including cybersecurity knowledge makes these jobs even more critical and desirable. Union College graduates will have the opportunity to matriculate at four-year colleges and universities, pursuing a baccalaureate degree in cybersecurity.

This program option assumes the completion of all prerequisites for the mathematics courses or satisfactory performance on the College Level Mathematics exam. Contact the STEM Division for further information.