Associate of Applied Science in Cyber Security degree at University of St. Thomas - HoustonIn an increasingly digital world, data is currency. Organizations rely on cybersecurity professionals to protect their digital assets from damage or theft. Houston is a growing technology hub, one of the top 10 U.S. cities for computer, engineering and information architecture jobs.

In the 100% online Associate of Applied Science in Cybersecurity program at UST, you’ll learn all the skills you need to begin or excel in a career in computer network administration.

While it can take 4 years or longer to earn a bachelor’s degree, you can complete coursework on your schedule and earn your associate degree in just over 2 years (60-hours in 5 semesters). You’ll complete the program empowered with in-demand skills for rewarding tech jobs.

This is a 60-hour program, with each course representing 3 credit hours. Dual credit opportunities are available for Cybersecurity, Drug and Alcohol Counseling, General Business and Networking Technology.
Houston Boats the Highest Annual Median Wage for STEM Workers Houston Boats the Highest Annual Median Wage for STEM Workers
#1
City in U.S.

FOR STEM SALARIES

Source: WalletHub

237,000+ ENERGY JOBS in Houston Source: Greater Houston Partnership 237,000+ ENERGY JOBS in Houston Source: Greater Houston Partnership
1.8 million
Worker Shortage

PROJECTED BY 2022 FOR INFO SECURITY JOBS GLOBALLY

Source: Center for Cyber Safety and Education

$102,160 ANNUAL MEDIAN SALARY FOR CHEMICAL ENGINEER JOBS IN U.S. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics $102,160 ANNUAL MEDIAN SALARY FOR CHEMICAL ENGINEER JOBS IN U.S. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
$91,340
Annual Median Salary

FOR NETWORK SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR JOBS IN TEXAS

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2017

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Ranked #3

The Online Schools Guide ranks UST's AAS in Cybersecurity degree #3 in the Top 10 Online Schools Cybersecurity Associate’s Degrees in the nation for 2022.

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Ranked Top 10 Nationally

The Associate Degree in Applied Science in Cybersecurity at the University of St. Thomas-Houston is ranked as a top program of its kind in the nation by Security Degree Hub.
Start Your Tech Career Sooner

With an online associate degree as opposed to a four-year bachelor’s degree, you can start your career in technology sooner. The program will prepare you for a variety of careers, including:

  • Cloud administrator
  • Network administrator
  • Network designer
  • Network manager
  • Network security administrator
  • Network technician
  • Systems support technician
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*Please note: This is an online program and international students cannot maintain or obtain F-1 student visa status or I-20 form through this program.