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Why Earn Your Certificate in Cybersecurity Informatics?

Learn the fundamentals of cybersecurity in a program designed for busy working professionals to quickly upgrade their skills.

The cybersecurity informatics certificate provides a foundational knowledge of securing and protecting large computer systems and develops a strategic knowledge of security models, risk management, legal and compliance issues, and crisis management.

At a Glance

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What Are My Career Options Studying Cybersecurity Informatics?

UMBC’s online program in information systems is flexible and interdisciplinary, and is rated one of the world’s best online information technology programs by U.S. News. Students enrolled in certificate programs take classes alongside master’s students. Use the certificate to quickly boost skills, or as a stepping stone to a full master’s.

Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Aid

UMBC works to provide students with adequate need-based funding.

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Ready to Apply?

Complete the Common App

Your first stop is the Common App. You can learn more about how to apply with the Common App here.

Request Supporting Documents

You’ll be required to submit your official transcript and international transcript (if applicable). You may also choose to submit standardized test scores and/or letters of recommendation.

Complete Scholars Programs and Visual and Performing Arts Majors Requirements (optional)

Applying to a Scholars Program or as a Visual or Performing Arts major? Be sure to research additional requirements and deadlines specific to the programs of interest to you.

Application Deadlines

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Contact Information

UMBC Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Orientation Contact Information

Mailing Address

Office of Undergraduate Admissions
and Orientation
1000 Hilltop Circle Baltimore, MD 21250

OFFICE LOCATION

Albin O. Kuhn Library
on the lower level next to Library Pond

Admissions Staff

410-455-2292

Available Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

admissions@umbc.edu

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