ME

Master's in Cybersecurity
Online

Thomas College

MS in Cybersecurity

  • Waterville
About This Program

A comprehensive graduate program designed to provide students with a deep understanding and the technical skills to secure, protect, and defend valuable data.

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What You'll Learn

Students learn to identify and mitigate cyber risks effectively, drawing on current best practices and frameworks supported by NIST, NSA, and DHS.

For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
Typical Curriculum Structure
The coursework emphasizes network security, information assurance, and risk management, preparing graduates for roles as security analysts and information officers.
Typical Course Topics
1. Network Security 2. Cryptography 3. Penetration Testing 4. Digital Forensics 5. Cybersecurity Risk Management 6. Secure Software Development
Program Specializations:
View the exact, up-to-date curriculum on the official program website
Typical Admissions Requirements
A bachelor's degree in a related field such as computer science, IT, or engineering with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, along with relevant technical background or work experience in cybersecurity.
Academic Requirements (Typical)

β€’ Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree
β€’ GRE/GMAT: Optional or Not Required
β€’ TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

Application Materials (Typical)

β€’ Statement of Purpose: Required
β€’ Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
β€’ Resume: Required
β€’ Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Application Timeline

Most programs have rolling admissions or deadlines in early winter for fall admission. Check the official program website for exact dates.

Career Opportunities in AI

Position as Cybersecurity Analyst in Cybersecurity AI with network security expertise

Estimated Industry Salary
Cybersecurity Analyst: $103,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
32.0%
Projected 2024-2034 (BLS)
Common Career Paths:
1. Cybersecurity Analyst 2. Penetration Tester 3. Security Engineer 4. Incident Response Specialist
Top AI Employers (Industry-Wide):
Top employers include Microsoft, Cisco, IBM, and government agencies like NSA and FBI.
Program Details
Duration
  • 2 Year
Tuition
  • 20,760
Format
Online
Specializations