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DSU is a place where innovation meets opportunity. We are a nationally recognized leader in technology-driven education, constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. With hands-on learning experiences, expert faculty, and cutting-edge facilities, we prepare you for modern careers. Choose from a wide range of affordable, forward-thinking programs that allow you to shape your own path. Your future begins today.

Majors & Degrees

Digital Forensics, BS

Investigate cyber

Credits

120

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Online

Tuition

$8,956.50

estimated cost per semester

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If you want a well-rounded education with a focus on cybersecurity and leadership, then our cyber leadership and intelligence digital forensics degree is for you. The interdisciplinary program will allow you to gain knowledge in world affairs while specializing in digital forensics.

Examine the role of operating systems in computer operations. Learn about fundamental networking issues. Develop an understanding of the foundation of public and private computer forensic investigations. Analyze the impact portable devices have in a digital forensic investigation.

If you're looking to add a minor, this program is built to help you incorporate one of your choices like cyber operations, foreign language, history, and sociology.

Johanna Coffee, DSU student

Military leverage

DSU’s digital forensics program, on-campus and online, is accessible for current military members. Current military students will receive a discounted tuition rate and have scholarships available to them. DSU has been a designated military friendly school since 2012 by the Military Times. Learn more about our veteran benefits.

Potential careers

Cyber leadership and intelligence offers a variety of career paths for you. The critical thinking skills learned through the program will prepare you for many career opportunities. With a digital forensics focus you can find your future as a digital forensics investigator or an information security analyst. Or you can continue your education, by attending law school.

“CLI was a perfect fit. I came to DSU knowing that I wanted to pursue Digital Forensics. This program allows me to study Digital Forensics while also gaining a background in world culture, cyber ethics, and human behavior; I get the best of both worlds.”

Olivia Janssen, DSU Student

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