Overview
Students with backgrounds in computer science, engineering, information technology, or related fields are well-positioned to start this degree program. Students having other, less technical backgrounds are eligible for admission but may need to complete a bridge semester of preparation.
Career Prospects
Students learn the knowledge, skills, and perspective necessary to address cyber-operations and security issues of private and public business enterprises and governmental organizations.
The Cyber Security program at Valparaiso University is distinctive in a number of ways, including:
- A highly applied approach, with emphasis on hands-on learning
- Requirement of an internship experience or research-based project on campus or at a local firm or agency
- Incorporation of emerging technologies into all coursework
- Emphasis on a collaborative and teamwork approach
- Development of skills in technology leadership
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Ethics in Information Technology
- Information Assurance
- Technology, Law, and Society
- IT Risk Management
- Professional and Career Development
- Securing and Administering Systems in Windows Environment
- Securing and Administering Systems in Linux Environment
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
- Part-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Computer Sciences IT Security Cyber Security View 360 other Masters in Cyber Security in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Graduate from an accredited college or university
- Earn a 3.0 GPA (B average) in all undergraduate and/or graduate coursework
- Submit all required documents for domestic or international citizenship
- Valpo’s graduate application
- Official transcripts from all university courses you’ve taken
- Two recommendation letters from professors or employers
- A statement of purpose that describes why you are applying to Valpo, your interest in the degree program, and how it affects your personal and professional development
- Application fee
Tuition Fee
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International
19500 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 650 USD per credit during 24 months. -
National
19500 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 650 USD per credit during 24 months.
Living costs for Valparaiso
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Financing
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Cyber Security.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.