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University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point

Stevens Point , Wisconsin ,United States

Computer Information Systems: Cybersecurity Option, BS

Upon completion of the Computer Information Systems major, you will be able to:

Demonstrate mastery of core knowledge in computing
Apply problem-solving and computing skills to solve real problems
Explain how computing influences society, including social, legal, ethical, and cultural concerns  
Write about and orally communicate technical information about computing.

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Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Our academic advisers and career development coordinators provide effective academic and career advising service and resources. Our work directly supports academic programs and assists students in realizing their potential, achieving educational goals, and making successful transitions through college and into careers. We are excited for every Pointer to embark on an engaged, fulfilling educational path.

We will be able to connect with you through your UWSP email account and meet with you virtually or in-person throughout the spring semester. In this time of uncertainty, know that our staff is here to help you. Stay safe, stay connected.

PSW Opportunity

3 Years PSW

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

UW-Stevens Point incoming first-year class
Average ACT score: 23
Average high school GPA: 3.3
The following chart provides information that will help you assess the likelihood of admission based on class rank and ACT alone. Though this chart may provide you with a general picture, please note that your likelihood of admission will also be affected by the other admission criteria listed above. Applicants from schools that do not provide class rank should review the Profile of Admitted Freshmen section above.

Applicants whose primary language is not English must satisfy our English language proficiency requirement in one of the following ways:

TOEFL iBT: Score of 78 and above, with minimum scores of 17 in the Speaking and Writing sections.
UW-Stevens Point code is 1919.
IELTS: Score of 6.0 or above, with no sub-score below 5.5.
Official IELTS results should be sent directly to the UW-Stevens Point Admissions Office.
PTE: Score of 52 or above.
SAT: Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section score of 530 or above.
ACT: English and Reading section scores of 22 or above.
English proficiency scores must be less than one year old in order to be considered valid. Scanned copies, photocopies and web results are not accepted.

English may be considered your primary language if you have been raised in an environment where English is the official language of your locality and nation, English has been the primary language used in your home and English was the only language of instruction for all classes in all years of secondary school.

Note for non-native English speaking students transferring from U.S. schools: you must present an English language proficiency test score unless you have completed 2 semesters (or the equivalent) of university-level coursework at a U.S. institution.