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Master's in Cybersecurity
On-Campus, Online, Hybrid

Quinnipiac University

MS in Cybersecurity

  • Hamden
About This Program

A technical online program that equips students with advanced methods for the prevention, detection, and recovery of cyber attacks across multiple industries.

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What You'll Learn

Students master skills in cloud security, identity and access management, and incident response while learning to build and operate resilient information systems.

For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
Typical Curriculum Structure
The 30-credit curriculum aligns with national standards and covers critical topics like data protection, network security, IoT security, and cybersecurity risk management.
Typical Course Topics
1. Network Security 2. Applied Cryptography 3. Digital Forensics 4. Penetration Testing 5. Information Security Policies & Risk Management 6. Secure Systems Design
Program Specializations:
View the exact, up-to-date curriculum on the official program website
Typical Admissions Requirements
Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution; GRE is not required.[3] Relevant coursework or professional experience in IT, computer science, or information security is preferred but not mandatory.
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€’ 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

Excel as Cybersecurity Analyst in Cybersecurity AI with network security expertise

Estimated Industry Salary
Security Analyst/Engineer: $103,000 Penetration Tester: $110,000 Security Manager: $125,000 Incident Response Specialist: $105,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
13.0%
Projected 2024-2034 (BLS)
Common Career Paths:
1. Security Analyst 2. Penetration Tester 3. Incident Response Manager 4. Security Operations Center (SOC) Manager
Top AI Employers (Industry-Wide):
Top employers in cybersecurity include Microsoft, Cisco, IBM, government agencies (NSA, FBI, CISA), financial institutions, and Fortune 500 technology companies.
Program Details
Duration
  • 2 Year
Tuition
  • 29,850
Format
On-Campus, Online, Hybrid
Specializations