had been designated by the National Security Agency (NSA) as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD). According to a university press release, “schools seeking to become NSA-approved CAE institutions undergo an extensive program validation process; prove relevant courses map to NSA requirements, objectives, and priorities; and meet high academic standards.” Harrisburg University’s Master of Science in Computer Information Sciences served as the NSA’s validated program of study. The university also offers a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Cybersecurity Operations & Control Management.
== Campus ==
The university's 371,000-square-foot Academic Center is a 16-story building in downtown Harrisburg, 326 Market St. The building includes classrooms, science labs, meeting areas, seminar rooms, a 125-seat auditorium and a courtyard. The academic center has wireless internet, video conferencing and a multi-media production facility. It also has seven levels of parking between the ground …