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Gainful Employment in Cyber Security

The U.S. Department of Education requires colleges and universities to disclose certain information for any Title IV eligible program that "prepares students for gainful employment in a recognized occupation." The educational programs offered by public institutions that are subject to the gainful employment regulations are non-degree programs, including all certificate programs.  The following gainful employment disclosure information must be provided:

University of Houston - Downtown Cybersecurity Certificate Program Length: 12 months

Students graduating on time N/A* of Title IV students complete the program within 12 months *Fewer than 10 students enrolled in this program. This number has been withheld to preserve the confidentiality of the students.


Program Costs*
$10,563 for in-state tuition and fees
$17,133 for out-of-state tuition and fees
$1,210 for books and supplies
$11,736 for off-campus room and board
Other Costs:
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*The amounts shown above include costs for the entire program, assuming normal time to completion. Note that this information is subject to change.

Students Borrowing Money N/A* of students who attend this program borrow money to pay for it
 *Fewer than 10 students enrolled in this program. This number has been withheld to preserve the confidentiality of the students.

The typical graduate leaves with N/A* in debt
 *Fewer than 10 students completed this program within normal time. This number has been withheld to preserve the confidentiality of the students.

The typical monthly loan payment N/A* per month in student loans with N/A* interest rate.
 *Fewer than 10 students completed this program within normal time. This number has been withheld to preserve the confidentiality of the students.

The typical graduate earns not provided per year after leaving this program

Graduates who got jobs N/A* of program graduates got jobs
*We are not currently required to calculate a job placement rate for program completers.

Program graduates are employed in the following fields:
First-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All Other

Licensure Requirements
*Program has no licensure requirements in any state.

Additional Information
Date Created 1/5/2018
These disclosures are required by the U.S. Department of Education