Bachelor of Applied Science in Cybersecurity - How to Get Started

In fall 2024 MHCC began offering a Bachelor of Applied Science in cybersecurity. MHCC is the only community college in the state to provide this program.

Information Sessions

Check out our information sessions to learn about this new program, career opportunities, how to get started, and get answers to your questions!

July 25, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.

The session is hybrid, you can come in person or join remotely via Zoom.

Sign up in advance to select the session you want to attend. We will email you the link with more information.

Gresham Campus Room AC2611, located in the upper level of building 16. Check the campus map and look for directional signs once you are on campus. Park in Lot G or H.

Zoom Link for July 25th Session: https://mhcc.zoom.us/j/92127009252

Complete the MHCC Application Process

It is easy to get started at MHCC. Simply follow the steps in our new student checklist. These include filling out the admission form, figuring out how to pay for college through programs like the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) or the Oregon Student Aid Application (ORSAA), connecting with our staff to choose classes, and more.

See the new student checklist

Applied to MHCC? Here's what to do next

After you have been admitted to MHCC, you will need to meet the course prerequisites listed below.

The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) program starts at 300-level coursework. A student may start at any time in this 300/400 credit-level program through the following pathways. It is recommended that students complete an associate degree prior to starting the BAS program.

Current MHCC student:

Completed the MHCC Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in cybersecurity (networking and security operations or penetration testing) degree? Request to change your major after you complete your AAS and get started.
Completed the AAS Computer Information Systems? You would need to complete the ISTM283F and ISTM233P prerequisites.
Completed or close to completing other associate degrees? Please see list of required prerequisites below. If you have completed more than 45 credits and the prerequisites, meet with your advisor to update your major to BAS.

Transfer Students:

Completed an associate’s degree or equivalent at another school? (equivalent can be two years of college course work from a university, college or credit applied from industry experience or a credential)
Or have more than 45 lower division course work to transfer in (100 or 200 level)?
You must send your transfer school transcript and request a transcript evaluation, then meet with an advisor to determine prerequisites met. The BAS major will be updated if these have been completed.

Any new students intending to be a BAS major who do not meet the criteria for one of the listed pathways above may start with one of the AAS cybersecurity degrees. The AAS includes the prerequisites needed to start the BAS program.

Prerequisite Courses Needed Before Starting This Program

WR121Z
MTH095 or MTH098
ISTM183A
ISTM183B
ISTM183C
CIS151 or ISTM151N
CIS284S
CIS279S or ISTM279A
ISTM140L
ISTM133P
ISTM233P
ISTM283F

Sign up for classes

After completing the placement requirements, you can sign up for classes. Students should meet with an advisor for this step.

Meet with an advisor

Have more questions? Connect with the student services hub

Additional Program Costs

There are no pieces of equipment needed for your courses outside of Mt. Hood Community College tuition, fees, and textbooks. However, there are certain courses that require additional fees, each less than $100. You can see specific fees in the course catalog.

Textbooks per term range from $100-$500, and can be purchased online through the college bookstore.

Learn about paying for college