Our award-winning programs in computer science, information technology, and cybersecurity provide students with the hands-on experience and current programming skills to advance their careers in most aspects of computer science. We are particularly proud of our Cybersecurity Teaching and Research Lab, which is designed to provide training and research to Metropolitan State University’s undergraduate and graduate students, as well as current employees of Minnesota’s computer-based companies.
Below you can find information about Metro State’s computer science and cybersecurity programs for bachelor’s and master’s degrees available in-person or online, our minors, certificate programs and more.
The Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity degree is aligned with the NCAE-CD designation, ensuring the program meets rigorous national standards in technical depth, applied learning, and ethical practice. This recognition provides students with a competitive edge in the workforce and validates their readiness to defend critical systems and data in a rapidly evolving cyber landscape.
The Master of Science in Cyber Operations is aligned with the NCAE-CO designation, awarded by the National Security Agency. This elite recognition underscores the program’s focus on the operational side of cybersecurity—emphasizing advanced technical skills, adversarial thinking, and mission-oriented training beyond traditional cybersecurity practices. The NCAE-CO designation affirms that the program meets the nation’s most rigorous standards for preparing professionals to conduct complex cyber operations in support of national defense, critical infrastructure protection, and intelligence missions.
As an active participant in the national CAE community, Metro State continues to lead in cybersecurity workforce development, education, and public service—equipping graduates to protect the digital assets of government, industry, and society.