M.S. in Cyber Security Admission Requirements

General Admission Requirements

Admission to Graduate Studies (see Graduate Admissions ).

Program Admission Requirements

In addition to meeting university admissions requirements for a graduate degree, admission to the M.S. Cybersecurity program is based on an evaluation by the program’s admission committee of the following information:

1. Minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). Applicants with lower GPAs may be considered based on professional experience and additional qualifications.
2. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution. Applicants with degrees in other fields may be required to complete leveling/prerequisite courses.
3. Current Resume detailing professional and academic history.
4. A one-page person statement/essay outlining career goals, interest in cybersecurity, and relevant experience.
5. Letters of Recommendation (optional but encouraged) from academic or professional references.
6. Evidence of having completed undergraduate or graduate coursework in the following areas:

• 3 s.h. of Calculus/Algebra/Discrete Structures/Discrete Mathematics
• 3 s.h. of Statistics
• 6 s.h. of programming or data structures