Overview

In the masters in Cybersecurity program at Sacred Heart University, you will also:

Become proficient in products and applications that prohibit cyber threats

Learn effective technology risk management practices

Identify new and existing threats and determine methods for mitigation

Build secure and defendable systems

Analyze cybersecurity risks and apply real-world solutions

Learn to address and stop ever-changing security threats and infiltration techniques

Perform cybersecurity research

Gain hands-on experience with security tools

Benefit from networking opportunities

Learn from expert faculty who are industry professionals with more than 50 years of combined experience in cybersecurity

Study full- or part-time

Be part of SHU’s Jack Welch College of Business & Technology, one of fewer than five percent of elite business schools worldwide accredited by AACSB International

Graduate prepared for a career in the rapidly growing STEM field, where employment demand and salaries are high

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computer Networks

Network Security

Cryptography

Cyber Security

Security Management

Digital Forensics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling admission basis.

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Fairfield, United States

Disciplines

Computer Sciences Cyber Security View 405 other Masters in Cyber Security in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online Application

Official transcripts from all undergraduate institutions. Sacred Heart University students and alumni may authorize the Office of Graduate Admissions to obtain their official SHU transcripts on their behalf. Contact the Graduate Admissions office for an authorization form. International students may need to have a transcript evaluation completed by World Education Services

Non-refundable application fee

2 Letters of recommendation

Professional resume

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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Tuition Fee

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International

28950 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 965 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

28950 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 965 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

28950 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 965 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for Fairfield

1736 - 2740 USD /month

Living costs

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

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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