University of Fairfax

University of Fairfax is a private institution based in Salem, Virginia, offering graduate-level programs with a focus on information assurance, cybersecurity, and information technology. The university operates primarily in an online format, serving working professionals and graduate students seeking advanced credentials in technology and security fields. Specific enrollment figures and outcome metrics are not reported in available IPEDS data for this entry.

The University of Fairfax offers master's and doctoral degree programs in areas such as information assurance, cybersecurity management, and related technology disciplines. Programs are structured to align with professional certifications and workforce requirements in the information security sector, including preparation for roles in government and private industry.

Salem, Virginia is located in the Roanoke Valley in southwestern Virginia. While the university operates largely online, its Virginia base positions it within a state with significant government contracting and cybersecurity workforce activity, particularly in the Northern Virginia region. The institution serves a national student audience through its distance-learning model.