Ethical Hacking Certificate of Undergraduate Study (CUGS)
Program Overview
Curriculum
The Certificate of Undergraduate Study (CUGS) in Ethical Hacking is a full-time or part-time program offered in an online format. This program requires the completion of 12 semester hours (4 courses) and can be awarded as a separate credential or stacked as part of the Bachelor of Arts in Computer Systems Technology.
The following courses make up the Ethical Hacking CUGS program.
- 4 Courses/ 12 Semester Hours
- Foundation Courses: No
- Graduation / Exit / Thesis Requirements: No
| Course Number | Title | S.H. (Credits) |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses: 12 S.H. | ||
| CST 03215 | Penetration Testing Fundamentals | 3 |
| CST 03218 | Ethical Hacking Fundamentals | 3 |
| CST 03315 | Advanced Penetration Testing | 3 |
| CST 03418 | Advanced Topics in Ethical Hacking | 3 |
Note: The courses listed above are not official and are subject to change. For an official list of available courses please visit the Rowan Global section tally.
The Rowan Experience
The Certificate of Undergraduate Study (CUGS) in Ethical Hacking is designed to offer students the opportunity of a specialized study to provide students with experience in key courses of this discipline at the undergraduate level. This CUGS prepares students to sit for the following certification exams:
- OSCP: Offensive Security Certified Professional | PEN 200: Penetration Testing
- CompTIA PenTest+
- EC Council: Ethical Hacking Essentials
- EC Council: Certified Ethical Hacker
Admission Requirements
The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the program. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below, a representative from the Rowan Global Admissions Processing Office will contact you with confirmation or will indicate any missing items.
- Completed Application Form
- $65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
Stack your credentials
Earn your Bachelor's degree
This Certificate of Undergraduate Study can be combined with four other certificates to earn 60 credits toward a Bachelor's of Arts in Computer Systems Technology. Rowan University requires the completion of 120 semester hours of approved general education and major coursework in order to graduate with a bachelor’s degree.
Admissions Information
Deadlines, Tuition and Financial Aid
The chart below details available entry terms for the Ethical Hacking Certificate of Undergraduate Study (CUGS) program as well as corresponding application deadlines. Submitting the Application Form is only the first step to beginning the admission process. All of the required materials listed above must be received on or before the application completion deadline for your desired entry term to be considered for admission to that term. We encourage you to complete the application form and begin submitting your materials at least one month before the deadline indicated.
| Entry Term | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall | July 1 |
| Spring | November 1 |
| Summer | April 1 |
At Rowan University, we pride ourselves on being vigilant and frugal about tuition. We work hard to provide quality education while seeking to reduce the barrier that college costs can present students.
RatesWe know paying for tuition can be a challenge. That is why Rowan provides students with the financial resources needed to put their education first by offering grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
More InfoThe chart below details available entry terms for the Ethical Hacking Certificate of Undergraduate Study (CUGS) program as well as corresponding application deadlines. Submitting the Application Form is only the first step to beginning the admission process. All of the required materials listed above must be received on or before the application completion deadline for your desired entry term to be considered for admission to that term. We encourage you to complete the application form and begin submitting your materials at least one month before the deadline indicated.
| Entry Term | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall | July 1 |
| Spring | November 1 |
| Summer | April 1 |
At Rowan University, we pride ourselves on being vigilant and frugal about tuition. We work hard to provide quality education while seeking to reduce the barrier that college costs can present students.
RatesWe know paying for tuition can be a challenge. That is why Rowan provides students with the financial resources needed to put their education first by offering grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
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