Overview

Key facts

This Cybersecurity in Computer Science program at George Washington University was created in response to the large and fast-growing need for technical cybersecurity experts, nationally and internationally. Students acquire up-to-date knowledge and skills in cybersecurity, a field of ever-increasing importance to national security, the economy, and individual users. They also receive a firm grounding in requisite core knowledge in computer science, as well as the ability to take courses in related disciplines.

In this program, students receive individualized attention from world-class faculty, are able to take advanced topics courses along with PhD students, and benefit from evening classes that accommodate the schedules of working professionals. Thesis and non-thesis options are available.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Design and Analysis of Algorithms
Advanced Software Paradigms

Computer System Architecture
Cryptography

Software Security
Network Security

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Washington, D. C., United States

Disciplines

Computer Sciences Cyber Security Software Engineering View 429 other Masters in Cyber Security in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Two (2) recommendations required of applicants

Prior academic records
Transcripts

Statement of purpose

Resume/CV
Bachelor's degree with a grade point average of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) in the last 60 hours of coursework.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

32925 USD / year

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Out-of-State

32925 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

32925 USD / year

≈ 32925 USD / year

Living costs

Washington, D. C.

United States

1705 - 2975 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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