The Advanced Cybersecurity Experience for Students, University of Maryland

ACES Program

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ACES Minor

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CyberConnect

ACES students have the chance to be mentored by industry professionals

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Scholarship for Service

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In August 2025, 68 new students joined the ACES freshmen class.

185

Students are currently enrolled in the ACES Living-Learning Program

49%

of the ACES LLP cohort are women

121

Students are pursuing the ACES minor

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Feb 9, 2026

ACES Faculty Feature: John McGahagan

Read more to learn about our ACES faculty member John McGahagan, and his experiences with cybersecurity!

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ACES gave me a step up when applying to jobs because my cybersecurity experience made my resume stand out from the get-go. While talking to potential employers, I was able to articulate the importance of cybersecurity in today's technological climate, which led me to my current job. ACES gave me a unique background that most people, much less undergraduates, do not get otherwise.

Jan 22, 2026

From the Tower of Terror to Cybersecurity Classrooms: Meet ACES...

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Jan 5, 2026

Bridging History and Cybersecurity: Jack Greenwood’s Research...

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Nov 13, 2025

Exploring the Hidden Threats of Malvertising: Sriya...

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