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Master's in Cybersecurity
On-Campus, Online

Bellevue University

MS in Cybersecurity

  • Bellevue
About This Program

This master’s degree enables students to develop information security policies and apply IT governance, risk management, and compliance procedures to protect organizational assets.

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What You'll Learn

Students learn to recommend control strategies to mitigate risks, manage security incidents, and utilize various open-source and commercial cyber tools.

For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
Typical Curriculum Structure
Core topics include access control systems, network and software security, risk management, protection mechanisms, business continuity planning, and ethical hacking.
Typical Course Topics
1. Cybersecurity Foundations 2. Network Security 3. Cryptography 4. Digital Forensics 5. Penetration Testing 6. Cybersecurity Risk Management
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 2.5–3.0 is required; relevant work experience or technical prerequisites may be preferred.
Academic Requirements (Typical)

β€’ Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree
β€’ GRE/GMAT: 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

Advance as Cybersecurity Analyst in Cybersecurity AI with network expertise

Estimated Industry Salary
Cybersecurity Analyst: $103,590
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. Incident Response Specialist 4. Security Operations Manager
Top AI Employers (Industry-Wide):
Top employers include Microsoft, Cisco, IBM, and government agencies like NSA and FBI.
Program Details
Duration
  • 2 Year
Tuition
  • 24,480
Format
On-Campus, Online
Specializations