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Who is this pathway for?
Built for career changers, technically curious learners, and professionals seeking to enter or advance in cybersecurity roles.
CompTIA Security+ (601) Certification *Skill Level: Foundational
Career Pathways: This pathway provides foundational preparation for entry-level roles, such as SOC Analyst, Information Security Analyst, and Cybersecurity Technician.
Potential Salary Range: $55,000–$65,000
Potential Stackable Pathway: Learners may begin with this foundational pathway and progress to the IBM Cybersecurity Analyst credential, followed by advanced specialization through the Google Cloud Cybersecurity certification.
Microsoft Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate *Skill Level: Intermediate
Career Pathways: This pathway prepares learners for roles such as Cybersecurity Analyst and Security Compliance Analyst.
Potential Salary Range: $58,000–$70,000
Potential Stackable Pathway: Foundational credentials in IT Support or the Security+ certification may be leveraged toward advanced study and specialization through the Microsoft Cybersecurity Analyst certification.
IBM Cybersecurity Analyst *Skill Level: Intermediate
Career Pathways: This pathway prepares learners for roles such as Cybersecurity Analyst and Information Security Analyst.
Potential Salary Range: $55,000–$68,000
Potential Stackable Pathway: The Security+ certification provides a foundation for continued advancement to the IBM Cybersecurity Analyst credential, with subsequent specialization in cloud security.
Google Cloud Cybersecurity Professional Certificate *Skill Level: Advanced
Career Pathways: This pathway prepares learners for careers such as Cloud Security Engineer and Cloud Security Analyst.
Potential Salary Range: $70,000–$85,000
Stackable Pathway: Individuals may progress from foundational studies in security to a Cybersecurity Analyst credential, followed by advanced specialization in cloud security.
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity professionals safeguard systems, networks, and sensitive data across every industry. These courses equip learners for in-demand roles focused on security monitoring, compliance, and cloud security.
CompTIA Security+ (601) Certification *Skill Level: Foundational
Career Pathways: This pathway provides foundational preparation for entry-level roles, such as SOC Analyst, Information Security Analyst, and Cybersecurity Technician.
Potential Salary Range: $55,000–$65,000
Potential Stackable Pathway: Learners may begin with this foundational pathway and progress to the IBM Cybersecurity Analyst credential, followed by advanced specialization through the Google Cloud Cybersecurity certification.
Microsoft Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate *Skill Level: Intermediate
Career Pathways: This pathway prepares learners for roles such as Cybersecurity Analyst and Security Compliance Analyst.
Potential Salary Range: $58,000–$70,000
Potential Stackable Pathway: Foundational credentials in IT Support or the Security+ certification may be leveraged toward advanced study and specialization through the Microsoft Cybersecurity Analyst certification.
IBM Cybersecurity Analyst *Skill Level: Intermediate
Career Pathways: This pathway prepares learners for roles such as Cybersecurity Analyst and Information Security Analyst.
Potential Salary Range: $55,000–$68,000
Potential Stackable Pathway: The Security+ certification provides a foundation for continued advancement to the IBM Cybersecurity Analyst credential, with subsequent specialization in cloud security.
Google Cloud Cybersecurity Professional Certificate *Skill Level: Advanced
Career Pathways: This pathway prepares learners for careers such as Cloud Security Engineer and Cloud Security Analyst.
Potential Salary Range: $70,000–$85,000
Stackable Pathway: Individuals may progress from foundational studies in security to a Cybersecurity Analyst credential, followed by advanced specialization in cloud security.
Who is this pathway for?
Built for career changers, technically curious learners, and professionals seeking to enter or advance in cybersecurity roles.
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Celebrate the season and your future at Cedar Crest College’s Spring Open House! Spend the day exploring our scenic campus, meet professors and current students, and connect with our Admissions team—then stay for the fun at our festive celebration!
Join us for an informative and engaging Adult & Graduate On-Campus Information Session! This event is designed for adult learners and prospective graduate students who are interested in learning more about the programs, resources, and support offered at our college.
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Undergraduate Tuition and Fees
Estimates use a 3% increase starting with the 2026-2027 academic year. The opt-out health insurance for 2025-2026 is $1,238.
Future rates are to be determined each year based on insurance company rate increases.
| Student Type | Costs | Direct or Indirect | 2025-2026 | 2026-2027 | 2027-2028 | 2028-2029 | 2029-2030 |
| Full-Time Student | Tuition (12+ credits per semester) | Direct | $47,034 | $48,446 | $49,898 | $51,396 | $52,938 |
| Activity Fee | Direct | $430 | $430 | $440 | $450 | $460 | |
| Housing* | Direct | $8,290 | $8,622 | $8,966 | $9,326 | $9,698 | |
| Meals* | Direct | $6,738 | $7,008 | $7,288 | $7,580 | $7,880 | |
| Laptop Fee | Direct | $300 | $310 | $320 | $330 | $340 | |
| Technology Fee | Direct | $250 | $250 | $260 | $270 | $280 | |
| Resident | Books & Supplies | Indirect | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Transportation | Indirect | $566 | $582 | $600 | $618 | $638 | |
| Personal expenses | Indirect | $3,832 | $3,946 | $4,064 | $4,186 | $4,312 | |
| Loan Fees | Indirect | $56 | $56 | $56 | $56 | $56 | |
| Commuter | Housing & Meals | Indirect | $14,380 | $14,810 | $15,254 | $15,712 | $16,184 |
| Books & Supplies | Indirect | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 | |
| Transportation | Indirect | $566 | $582 | $600 | $618 | $638 | |
| Personal expenses | Indirect | $3,832 | $3,946 | $4,064 | $4,186 | $4,312 | |
| Loan Fees | Indirect | $56 | $56 | $56 | $56 | $56 | |
| Off-Campus | Housing & Meals | Indirect | $14,380 | $14,810 | $15,254 | $15,712 | $16,184 |
| Books & Supplies | Indirect | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 | |
| Transportation | Indirect | $566 | $582 | $600 | $618 | $638 | |
| Personal expenses | Indirect | $3,832 | $3,946 | $4,064 | $4,186 | $4,312 | |
| Loan Fees | Indirect | $56 | $56 | $56 | $56 | $56 | |
| Student Type | Costs | Direct or Indirect | 2025-2026 | 2026-2027 | 2027-2028 | 2028-2029 | 2029-2030 |
| Part-Time Student | Per credit | Direct | $1,568 | $1,615 | $1,663 | $1,713 | $1,765 |
| Less than 12 credits per semester | Activity Fee | Direct | $220 | $220 | $230 | $240 | $250 |
| Technology Fee | Direct | $150 | $150 | $160 | $170 | $180 | |
| Housing & Meals | Indirect | $750 | $773 | $796 | $820 | $820 | |
| Books & Supplies | Indirect | $375 | $375 | $375 | $375 | $375 | |
| Transportation | Indirect | $566 | $583 | $600 | $618 | $618 | |
| Personal expenses | Indirect | $764 | $787 | $811 | $835 | $835 | |
| Loan Fees | Indirect | $56 | $56 | $56 | $56 | $56 |
* Based on the annual loan amount of $5,500
** Additional fees may apply. Please refer to Cedar Crest College's Tuition and Fee web page or the College Catalog for details.
*** 2024-2025 Academic Year cost information is available at Cedar Crest College's Tuition and Fee web page.
SAGE Undergraduate Tuition and Fees
Estimates use a 3% increase starting with the 2026-2027 academic year.
| Student Type | Costs | Direct or Indirect | 2025-2026 | 2026-2027 | 2027-2028 | 2028-2029 | 2029-2030 |
| SAGE | Per credit | Direct | $475 | $485 | $500 | $514 | $530 |
| ABSN | Flat rate** | Direct | $24,750 | $24,750 | $25,493 | $26,257 | $27,045 |
| ABSN | Per credit | Direct | $884 | $884 | $910 | $938 | $966 |
| Nursing | Per credit | Direct | $495 | $505 | $520 | $536 | $552 |
| SAGE - Full-time | Activity Fee | Direct | $220 | $220 | $230 | $240 | $250 |
| SAGE- Part-time | Activity Fee | Direct | $110 | $110 | $120 | $130 | $140 |
| ABSN | Clinical Fees (Average) | Direct | $1,530 | $1,530 | $1,576 | $1,624 | $1,670 |
| Nursing | Clinical Fees (Average) | Direct | $1,530 | $1,530 | $1,576 | $1,624 | $1,670 |
| All - Full-time | Technology Fee | Direct | $250 | $250 | $260 | $270 | $280 |
| All - Part-time | Technology Fee | Direct | $150 | $150 | $160 | $170 | $180 |
| All | Loan Fees* | indirect | $132 | $132 | $132 | $132 | $132 |
| All Full-Time | Housing & Meals | Indirect | $11,120 | $11,454 | $11,798 | $15,712 | $12,152 |
| Books & Supplies | Indirect | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 | |
| Transportation | Indirect | $2,266 | $2,334 | $2,404 | $2,476 | $2,550 | |
| Personal expenses | Indirect | $7,206 | $7,422 | $7,644 | $7,874 | $8,110 | |
| All Part-Time | Housing & Meals | Indirect | $11,120 | $11,454 | $11,798 | $15,712 | $12,152 |
| Books & Supplies | Indirect | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | |
| Transportation | Indirect | $2,266 | $2,334 | $2,404 | $2,476 | $2,550 | |
| Personal expenses | Indirect | $7,206 | $7,422 | $7,644 | $7,874 | $8,110 |
* Based on the annual loan amount of $12,500
** Additional fees may apply. Please refer to Cedar Crest College's Tuition and Fee web page or the College Catalog for details.
*** 2024-2025 Academic Year cost information is available at Cedar Crest College's Tuition and Fee web page.
Graduate Tuition and Fees
Estimates use a 3% increase starting with the 2026-2027 academic year.
| Graduate Program | Costs | Direct or Indirect | 2025-2026 | 2026-2027 | 2027-2028 | 2028-2029 | 2029-2030 |
| Art Therapy | Per credit | Direct | $775 | $791 | $815 | $839 | $864 |
| Ed (State Rate) | Per credit | Direct | $516 | $534 | $550 | $566 | $583 |
| Fine Art | Per credit | Direct | $812 | $828 | $853 | $878 | $905 |
| Forensic | Per credit | Direct | $905 | $923 | $950 | $797 | $1,009 |
| IES (IEX) | Per credit | Direct | $765 | $765 | $788 | $811 | $836 |
| MBA/MPS | Per credit | Direct | $900 | $900 | $927 | $955 | $983 |
| NAP/CRNA | Per credit | Direct | $1,293 | $1,319 | $1,359 | $1,340 | $1,441 |
| Nursing | Per credit | Direct | $670 | $683 | $703 | $725 | $746 |
| Nutrition | Per credit | Direct | $780 | $796 | $820 | $844 | $870 |
| Crime Science | Per credit | Direct | $906 | $906 | $933 | $961 | $990 |
| Public Health | Per credit | Direct | $775 | $791 | $815 | $839 | $864 |
| All programs | Activity Fee | Direct | $25 | 35 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| All programs | Technology Fee | Direct | $125 | $175 | $200 | $200 | $200 |
| All programs | Housing & Meals | In Direct | $11,120 | $11,454 | $11,798 | $12,152 | $12,516 |
| All programs | Books & Supplies | In Direct | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| All programs | Transportation | In Direct | $2,264 | $2,332 | $2,402 | $2,474 | $2,548 |
| All programs | Personal expenses | In Direct | $7,206 | $7,422 | $7,644 | $7,874 | $8,110 |
| All programs | Loan Fees* | In Direct | $216 | $216 | $216 | $216 | $216 |
* Assumes $10,250 per semester
** Additional fees apply to specific programs. Please refer to Cedar Crest College's Tuition and Fee web page or College Catalog for details.
*** 2024-2025 Academic Year cost information is available at Cedar Crest College's Tuition and Fee web page.
Doctorate Tuition and Fees
Estimates use a 3% increase starting with the 2026-2027 academic year.
| Doctoral Program | Costs | Direct or Indirect | 2025-2026 | 2026-2027 | 2027-2028 | 2028-2029 | 2029-2030 |
| DNP - Doctor of Nursing Practice | Per credit | Direct | $795 | $795 | $819 | $843 | $869 |
| OTD - Occupational Therapy Doctorate | Per credit | Direct | $955 | $955 | $984 | $1,013 | $1,044 |
| All programs | Activity Fee | Direct | $25 | 35 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| All programs | Technology Fee | Direct | $125 | $175 | $200 | $200 | $200 |
| All programs | Housing & Meals | In Direct | $11,120 | $11,454 | $11,798 | $12,152 | $12,516 |
| All programs | Books & Supplies | In Direct | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| All programs | Transportation | In Direct | $2,264 | $2,332 | $2,402 | $2,474 | $2,548 |
| All programs | Personal expenses | In Direct | $7,206 | $7,422 | $7,644 | $7,874 | $8,110 |
| All programs | Loan Fees* | In Direct | $216 | $216 | $216 | $216 | $216 |
** Additional fees apply to specific programs. Please refer to Cedar Crest College's Tuition and Fee web page or College Catalog for details.
*** 2024-2025 Academic Year cost information is available at Cedar Crest College's Tuition and Fee web page.