Overview

Key facts

Cybercrime continues to threaten the security of both public sector and private sector organizations. Unfortunately, today there is a shortage of talented professionals to fill critical cybersecurity roles in industry and across the government.

Designed in consultation with key government, military and law enforcement organizations, the Cybersecurity Strategy and Information Management program at George Washington University is the cyber degree for working professionals. With a degree that can be completed in as little as 16 months — studying online, in-person, or a hybrid — you will learn from the field’s top experts about the strategies and practices that protect critical information and make sure that the world’s digital infrastructure remains secure.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cyber Investigation
Digital Forensics
Compliance and Risk Management
Incident Response
Principles of Cybersecurity
Ethics, Law, and Policy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 16 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Washington, D. C., United States

Disciplines

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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
Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended, whether or not credit was earned, the program was completed, or the credit appears as transfer credit on another transcript. Unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended should be uploaded to your online application. Official transcripts are required only of applicants who are offered admission
A resumé and proof of employment as a safety and/or security professional
Statement of purpose

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

39285 USD / year

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Out-of-State

39285 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

39285 USD / year

≈ 39285 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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