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A Bachelor’s Degree Built for Today’s Cloud and Network Demands

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Power the Infrastructure Behind the Future of Tech

WGU’s Bachelor of Science in Cloud and Network Engineering (BSCNE) prepares you for the real world—where cloud and on-premise systems work side by side, and automation is the new standard. This career-ready degree merges two high-demand fields into one: cloud computing and network engineering. Whether you're breaking into tech or advancing your skills, you’ll graduate with hands-on experience, built-in certifications, and the know-how to lead in a hybrid IT world.

What Sets WGU’s Bachelor of Science in Cloud and Network Engineering Degree Apart

Built for in-demand tech roles. Get ready for jobs in cloud, cybersecurity, and infrastructure with a 74% skill match to today’s top roles.
Real-world, hands-on learning. Practice with the same tools and scenarios used in the field—including AI, hybrid systems, and multicloud platforms.
Certifications included—no extra cost. Earn certifications from AWS, Azure, Cisco, and CompTIA—all integrated into your coursework to boost your resume as you learn.
Low-cost, high-value. Tuition for this program costs under $8K per year with flat-rate pricing. Plus, you could qualify for WGU’s $5,000 Cybersecurity Scholarship.
Flexible and 100% online. Learn anytime, anywhere. Set your pace and balance school with your life.

Why Cloud and Network Engineering? Because the World Runs on Both

Hybrid infrastructure is today’s reality. That means organizations need professionals who understand how cloud-based and on-premises systems work together. Whether it’s scaling cloud platforms or securing physical networks, WGU grads are prepared to do it all—with the added bonus of AI, automation, and orchestration tools baked into the curriculum.

This degree isn’t just relevant—it’s essential for an industry where the lines between cloud and physical systems are constantly evolving.

A Degree + Certifications = A Competitive Edge

With a B.S. in Cloud and Network Engineering from WGU, you don’t just graduate with a degree—you graduate with respected certifications from industry leaders like AWS, Microsoft Azure, Cisco, and CompTIA. These aren’t optional add-ons; they’re built right into your courses, giving you job-ready credentials that stand out to employers on day one.

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One important measure of a degree’s value is the reputation of the university where it was earned. When employers, industry leaders, and academic experts hold your alma mater in high esteem, you reap the benefits of that respect. WGU is a pioneer in reinventing higher education for the 21st century, and our quality has been recognized.

Earn Your Degree for About Half the Cost of Other Universities*

You pay tuition per six-month term, not per course or credit. So when you move faster through your courses, you also lower your total bill!

WGU students pay about half the tuition* and end up with half the debt of the national average.**

Low, flat-rate tuition.
Graduate faster and with less debt.
Financial aid and scholarships available.
Online education with supportive faculty.
VA and military benefits accepted.
Great return on investment.
All course materials for a low, flat fee.

*WGU average annual bachelor’s tuition rates are 53% lower than the national average, compared to national rates reported by the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System in 2023. WGU average rate does not include rates for WGU Bachelor of Science, Nursing Prelicensure program.

**WGU undergraduate students have approximately half the debt at graduation compared to the national average, according to the Institute for College Access and Success (2022).

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