Center of Academic Excellence

CSU designated as National Center of Academic Excellence

Columbus State University has been redesignated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) through 2028. This is a very prestigious recognition from the National Security Agency (NSA) for our cybersecurity program.The recognition goes to the top cyber security programs in the country. This allows us to be a part of the CAE Community. Columbus State University will be listed as a CAE-CD on the CAE Institution Map.The CAE-CD designation indicates that CSU is helping reduce threats to our national infrastructure by promoting higher education and research in cyber defense as well as providing the nation with a pipeline of qualified cybersecurity professionals.

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