Rivier University
420 S Main St, Nashua, NH 03060, United States

Rivier University is a private Catholic university in Nashua, New Hampshire. Rivier is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and approved by the New Hampshire Department of Education.

Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity Management

Why Study Cybersecurity Management at Rivier?

Cybersecurity threats—both domestic and international—present serious risks to individuals, small and large firms, non-profits, corporations, and even national governments. Rivier’s B.S. in Cybersecurity Management prepares you to prevent and address these threats.

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Taught by industry experts and dedicated researchers in the field, our Cybersecurity Management program will prepare you to face modern cybersecurity challenges and maintain the integrity of networks, programs, and data.

In the B.S. in Cybersecurity Management program, you will:

  • Learn industry-standard technical skills
  • Develop your critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Deepen your information literacy and intercultural knowledge

This blend of technical knowledge and soft skills will prepare you to join the workforce or pursue an advanced degree after graduation.

Fall 2024 Grants – Incoming Cybersecurity Management majors are eligible for a Security Innovation Grant. First-time, first-year students will be awarded a $3,000 grant each year, renewable for four years for a total of $12,000 in financial support, in addition to a competitive financial aid package. This grant award supports students pursuing degrees in security studies.

Watch the video to learn more about the education of Cybersecurity Management students at Rivier University!

Learn in Leading-Edge Facilities

Rivier’s Cybersecurity Labs were built in 2022 as part of a complete renovation of the Business and Security Studies educational and administrative spaces. The facility includes cybersecurity labs that mirror a professional security operations center, collaboration spaces, a technology hub, and office suites.

These modern spaces align with Rivier’s focus on experiential learning; they provide students with the opportunity to learn in environments similar to the real-world labs and offices where they’ll work in their first professional positions. Engaging with advanced technologies and working collaboratively instills confidence and prepares students for greater success when they enter the workforce.

Get Ready for the World

At Rivier we focus on professional, hands-on experiences to expand your knowledge beyond the theoretical foundations and prepare you for a successful career or graduate studies.

The program requires you to complete at least one internship and provides plenty of opportunities to apply classroom learning to real-world challenges, building practical skills as well as an impressive resume.

Outside of the classroom, you can sharpen your skills by joining the Gaming League, the Business Student Association, or the Model United Nations Team. Additionally, various study abroad experiences ranging from faculty-led, week-long study tours to a semester abroad are available to all students including those enrolled in Rivier’s Cybersecurity major programs.

Where Will Your Cybersecurity Bachelor’s Degree Take You?

A B.S. in Cybersecurity Management degree will prepare you for exciting careers in data security and technological innovation across a range of growing industries.

Potential Job Roles with a Bachelor of Cybersecurity Degree

  • Cyber incident responder
  • Ethical hacker
  • Information systems security officer (ISSO)
  • Network security specialist
  • Vulnerability assessor
  • Information security analyst
  • Electronic forensics investigator
  • Mobile device data specialist
  • Security policy administrator
  • System administrator

Industries

Cybersecurity professionals work in a variety of industries:

  • Communications
  • Financial Services
  • Government
  • Healthcare
  • Manufacturing
  • Transportation

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As an international student, you have an advisor who will support you every step of the way. They will assist you in maintaining your F-1 status and addressing any other questions that you may have about the items that are required for enrollment. For starters, here is the list of items that you will need to apply. Please don’t hesitate to ask for information or help on any of these.

  • Application for Admission. Complete the Undergraduate Day (First Year and Transfers) online application.
  • Essay. In one to two pages, please give your reasons for deciding to study at Rivier University, and in the field you have selected.
  • One Letter of Recommendation. This may be submitted by email directly from the author to admissions@rivier.edu.
  • Official Academic Transcripts from all schools attended.
    • Transcript Evaluations. Transcripts from schools, colleges, and universities outside of the U.S. must be evaluated by an agency approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluators or the Association of International Credential Evaluators. Full course-by-course evaluations are required. See the list below.
  • Evidence of English Proficiency

Evidence of English Proficiency

Students whose native language is not English must provide evidence of proficiency in the English language.

  • Test scores are considered official only when they are sent directly to Rivier University or are electronically verifiable by Rivier University.
  • Accepted tests and minimum required scores are: Duolingo (100), TOEFL (61), IELTS (5.5), PTE (43).
  • Some applicants may require higher test scores depending on their educational background and program of entry.
  • Providing a language proficiency test score may not be required if you satisfy one or more of these conditions:
    • You have already earned a high school, college or university degree in the United States.
    • You have successfully completed at least two years of full-time academic study in a diploma or degree-granting program in the United States.
    • You are a citizen of an Anglophone country.
    • You completed English Language courses from a CEA accredited institution.

Required Items if Seeking an F-1 Visa

  1. Copy of the applicant’s current and valid visa/passport.
  2. Current financial statement from a financially responsible party: applicant, a parent, or a sponsor. This information should be no more than one year old at the start of the semester of interest.
  3. Official bank statements must reflect the balance noted (2023-2024 academic year).
    Graduate applicants: $36,328 (U.S.)  Undergraduate applicants: $50,923 (U.S.) for commuter students/$51,323 (U.S.) for resident students.

Applicants who wish to include dependents on the SEVIS I-20 form, please contact the Office of Global Engagement at globalengagement@rivier.edu for more information.

International Transcript Evaluation Agencies

Full course-by-course evaluations are required.

Center for Educational Documentation
P.O. Box 170116, Boston MA 02117
Tel: 617.338.7171 Fax: 617.338.7101
info@cedevaluations.com

Education Perspectives
134 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 1900 Chicago, IL 60602
Tel: 312.421.9300
info@edperspective.org

World Educational Services
P.O. Box 745 Old Chelsea Station, New York NY 10013-0745
Tel: 212.966.6311 Fax: 212.966.6395
info@wes.org

International Education Research Foundation, Inc. 
P.O. Box 3665, Culver City CA 90231-3665
Tel: 310. 390.6276
ies@aacrao.org

AACRAO Educational Evaluation Services
One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 520 Washington, DC 20036
Tel: 202.296.3359
ies@aacrao.org

Scholaro International Transcript Evaluation Services
29 E. Madison Street, Ste. 1005, Chicago, IL 60602
Tel: (312) 373-0952
info@scholaro.com

Spantran

450 Seventh Avenue, Suite 1107 New York, NY 10123

Tel: 646.475.2570

status@spantran.com

Or any current agency that is a current member of  www.naces.org or www.aice-eval.org

Completed International Transcript Evaluations will be sent directly from the evaluation agency to:

Undergraduate Applicants
Rivier University
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
420 South Main Street
Nashua, NH 03060

https://www.rivier.edu/admissions/international/ 

International Application Deadlines

Applications for admission are reviewed on a rolling basis. We recommend, however, application completion 60 days prior to your intended term start date to allow enough time for admission review, visa processing, and travel plans. The normal processing time for admission response is two-to-four weeks after your completed application, including all required documents/credentials, is received by the Admissions Office.

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https://www.rivier.edu/admissions/international/