Master of Science in Cybersecurity - Computer Science

The Master of Science in Cybersecurity: Computer Science is an interdisciplinary in-person or online offering concentrating in the growing field of cybersecurity. Two foundation courses, five to six core courses, and two to three elective courses are required to complete the degree.

Students working towards the Master of Science in Cybersecurity: Computer Science must be admitted into the Graduate College. Students must have a bachelor’s degree in either a technical discipline or an appropriate discipline related to information technology and management. Students with other bachelor’s degrees and professional experience will also be considered.

Students admitted via the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences must take at least 18 credits of their classes from the list of CYCS courses listed below. Students admitted via the Haworth College of Business must take at least 18 credits of their classes from the list CISCYIS courses listed below.

The Master of Science in Cybersecurity: Computer Science is offered in different instructional delivery modes: asynchronous online and in-person. Students much choose an instructional delivery mode of either online or in-person when applying to the program.

Please prepare a statement which covers the following information and attach it within the online application system

Resume or curriculum vitae CV Submit a resume or curriculum vitae CV summarizing your work experience academic background certificates and publications

Letters of recommendation Submit three letters of recommendation Please send all email requests for the recommendations from within the online application system

Personal statement

Summarize your academic or professional experiences in information technology or cybersecurity and indicate how these experiences make you an ideal candidate for the program

You are encouraged to note any exceptional accomplishments or projects as well as any professional certifications in this statement Address how you see this degree aligning with your academic or professional goals include your thoughts on how it may aid you in potential professional positions or future educational pursuits

This statement should be double spaced 500 to 1000 words and demonstrate your communication skills and writing competence

Transcripts An official transcript from the institution from which you received your bachelors degree is required as well as a transcript from the institutions where any additional graduate level courses or degrees have been taken or completed

An overall grade point average of at least 3.0 in the last two years of undergraduate work.