Cybersecurity & Networking
Exciting careers in a critical industry. Keep computers safe from cyberattacks and breaches—find vulnerabilities and strengthen the essential infrastructure in the government and private sector. Help fight cybercrime!
More than 15,000 open positions are projected annually in Washington State in cybersecurity and networking in the next ten years, from entry-level analysts and testers to engineers and senior information security officers.
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Our hands-on award-winning programs are recognized by the Aspen Institute for Excellence and Equity in STEM education and will give you the technical knowledge, practical skills, and interpersonal communication techniques employers want and prepare you for the highly regarded industry certification exams.
GRC curriculum aligns with the workforce education framework by the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education.
Software Development & Data Analytics
Learn programming languages. Design, develop, and test web applications and build practical software tools for various platforms. Work with big data, machine learning, game development, web development and support, data modeling, and analytics.
Always be in high demand - strong growth in the job market is projected for the next ten years, from entry level web and software developers to senior software engineers and architects. Software developer is consistently ranked among the top five best jobs.
EARN FUNDAMENTAL KNOWLEDGE CERTIFICATES TO SHOW YOUR SKILLS. STACK THE CERTIFICATES AND GENERAL EDUCATON CLASSES TO COMPLETE YOUR DEGREE.
Choose Your Program
Degrees and certificates you can afford. Classes online and on campus, part- or full-time to fit your schedule. Technical courses for hands-on knowledge. Minimum requirements for math and science.
We Will Help You Succeed
Small class sizes make it easy to ask questions and get to know your professors and peers. We will connect you with academic, financial, and community resources to help you reach your goals.
- Career and Advising Center
- Tutoring and Resource Center
- Faculty mentor in your program
- Networking and job fairs
- Financial Aid Office
- GRC Foundation Scholarships
- Veterans and Military Student Support
- Disability Support Services
How Much Does it Cost?
Tuition and fees vary. Cost estimate based on the Washington state resident student tuition for one term.
| Program | TOTAL per term | CREDITS | TUITION/FEES | BOOKS AND LABS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associates AAS-T | $2505 | 15-17 | $1640/$295 | $570 |
| Bachelor's BAS | $3705 | 15-17 | $2620/$515 | $570 |
Employment Outlook
Computer and Information Technology Occupations career outlook and earnings
| Occupation | Information Security Analyst | Computer Support Specialist | Software Developer/Analyst |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Pay 2021 | $102,600 per year/$49.33 hour | $57,910 per year/$27.84 hour | $109,020 per year/$52.41 hour |
| Job Outlook 2021-2031 | 35% growth - faster than average | 6% growth - average | 25% growth - faster than average |
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics