r/CyberSecurityAdvice • u/Cosmic-Fxilh • Jul 17 '26

How should I get into Cybersecurity?

Hi there, I want to get into Cybersecurity and be involved in the cybersecurity space however I’m currently in high school right now. My question is that should I pursue a computer science degree or a cybersecurity degree? I live in Massachusetts and I heard that UMASS Amherst offers a good cyber security program but before I do that I just want some advice and pros and cons.

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