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Program Overview
The IT-Cyber Compliance Specialist degree program from Madison College is designed to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals to resolve various compliance challenges within cybersecurity.
Through analysis and hands-on experience, you will gain the knowledge required to safeguard organizational assets and navigate the evolving landscape of cybersecurity compliance, policies, and standards.
Cyber Compliance Careers
Cybersecurity professionals specializing in compliance are in high demand. Graduates of the program are prepared for cyber governance, risk, and regulatory compliance jobs in various industries, including financial, healthcare, retail, service, non-profit, and government.
Flexible Course Offerings
Madison College's IT-Cyber Compliance Specialist program students can attend full or part-time.
Classes are a mix of online and in-person offerings at the Madison Truax campus.
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Curriculum and Experience
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2025-2026 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.
Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:
- Progress toward your specific requirements
- Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements
If you have questions after reviewing your degree progress report (advisement report), please see Advising Services.
First SemesterSecond SemesterThird SemesterElective3 creditsFourth SemesterElective3 creditsRecommended ElectivesElectives must be associate degree (10-level) or college transfer (20-level) courses. -
Admission
To Apply
Earning a degree is a great way to advance your career development opportunities, so apply today!
International students who wish to apply for, maintain, or transfer their F-1 student visa status to Madison College are required to complete the International Admission Process.
Application Dates
Fall 2025
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is August 31, 2025
Spring 2026
- Application available on February 1, 2025
- Application completion deadline is January 15, 2026
Admission Requirements
All materials must be submitted by the application deadline.
1. Admission Application
The online application allows you to save your work as you complete it and ensures fast, secure delivery to our office.
2. Education Completion
Official transcripts must be sent from the institutions you attended and indicate one of the following:- High school transcript (current high school seniors may submit an in-progress transcript)
- GED/HSED transcript
- College transcript(s) showing:
- Completion of an associate degree or higher, or
- At least 30 credits completed with a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4-point scale
- The credits must be completed at a single college and cannot be combined with other transcripts
- Any transfer credit listed on a transcript does not count toward the 30-credit minimum
All high school and/or college transcripts are recommended to be submitted for Credit for Prior Learning evaluation.
Additional Notes
- Class capacity is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis.
- Course prerequisites differ from admission requirements; admission into a program does not guarantee eligibility to enroll in courses or success in the program. Refer to program curriculum for details.
After Acceptance
Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at Madison College.
Questions?
Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6210.
Get Started!
Apply to Madison College and take the first step towards your IT-Cyber Compliance Specialist career.
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Career Outcomes
Upon completion of the Cyber Compliance Specialist program, you will be able to:
- Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of cyber compliance requirements, risk assessments, and best practices.
- Evaluate existing and emerging data protection regulations, strategies for safeguarding sensitive information, ethical considerations, and privacy risks in organizational settings.
- Utilize cybersecurity standards and frameworks (CIS, NIST, ISO/IEC) to enhance organizational security posture.
- Evaluate the development and implementation of cybersecurity policies within organizations across different sectors.
- Create effective cybersecurity policies and strategies to mitigate risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
