With nearly one in five Americans falling victim to a cybercrime, the demand is high for skilled analysts with cutting-edge knowledge of how to detect, prevent, and recover from a cyberattack. Designed for both working professionals and students, Fordham’s unique Master’s Program in Cybersecurity (MSCY) offers a combination of weekend, evening, online, and hybrid courses. Using methods in computing and informational science, engineering, and social science, you’ll learn how to identify solutions to global cyber threats while mastering legal, ethical, and policy issues in this critical field of study. CIS Cybersecurity Program designated as CAE-CDE Fordham and the M.S. in Cybersecurity program have been designated by the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE).
Master of Cybersecurity at Fordham University
Fordham University offers the Master of Cybersecurity as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Manhattan , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 2 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for cybersecurity and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 30, 2027.
About Master of Cybersecurity
- Small classes taught by leading experts in academia and industry
- Intensive lab experience in our dedicated cybersecurity research lab
- Networking opportunities and career support
- Bridge courses for students who lack a strong background in an essential area (e.g. programming, statistics)
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Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Cybersecurity at Fordham University
Entry Requirements
- Academic Transcripts: All transcripts from previously attended post-secondary institutions MUST be submitted in English, or be accompanied by a certified English translation. Transcripts and credentials conversion information is available on the GSAS International Students page.
- Letters of Recommendation: When communicating with your recommendation letter writers, please provide them with at least one month’s advance notice to submit their recommendations. You will enter each recommendation provider’s name and email address directly into the online application. They will be notified electronically of your request. Please note: you may submit your application even if the submission of your recommendation letters is still in progress.
- Statement of Purpose/Intent: Can be submitted directly in the online application. Requirements for the statement may vary by program. Please see individual program requirements.
- Resume/CV: Can be submitted directly in the online application
- Official Graduate Record Examination (GRE scores): Due to the impact of COVID-19 on standardized testing, submission of GRE scores is optional/not required for select GSAS programs for the 2022-2023 application. However, some programs are still requiring the GRE. Please see the admissions information/requirements page on the individual program pages to determine if the GRE is optional/not required, required, or not accepted at all for your chosen program. Students who do not submit GRE scores will not be at any disadvantage in the process.
English Requirements
- PTEMin 68
- IELTSMin 7
- TOEFLMin 100
Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Cybersecurity
Many of our recent graduates have found rewarding career positions in the field, including in law enforcement, government, and private industry. Key jobs within Cybersecurity ranging from entry-level to advanced-level. Some examples include but are not limited to:
- Cybersecurity Specialist/Technician
- Cyber Crime Analyst/Investigator
- Incident Analyst/Responder
- IT Auditor
- Cybersecurity Analyst/Consultant
- Penetration and Vulnerability Tester
- Cybersecurity Manager/Administrator
- Cybersecurity Engineer/Architect
Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Cybersecurity at Fordham University
How to Apply for Master of Cybersecurity at Fordham University
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