Overview

A ransomware attack occurs every 14 seconds. Nearly 60% of all companies in the U.S. have experienced a security breach. In 2020, one in five people were affected by identity fraud or theft. This growing number of threats directly impacts the demand for cybersecurity talent, that’s where your skills come in!

One master’s degree. Four tracks. 100% online. Earn your Master of Science in Cybersecurity at University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point to lead your team or organization safely into the future.

Overview

It doesn’t matter if you’re a software developer, a systems administrator, or even a manager: Cybersecurity affects everyone. Professionals like you are the forefront, ready to grow your skills to meet the challenges of the future through security planning, risk assessment and communication. Our curriculum lines up with demands of today’s employers. The program was developed with input from industry leaders! Match your interests and tailor your degree path in one of the program’s unique tracks of study:

Digital Forensics
Cyber Response
Governance and Leadership
Security Architecture

Students will take core classes in the fundamental areas of cybersecurity and then pursue a track of study with three required courses. You will also complete a one-credit capstone preparation course and a final project-based capstone course.

Beyond our diverse faculty committed to student success, we support our UW Extended Campus graduate students with access to our Success Coaching Team.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Data Science
Cybersecurity
Big Data
Computer Science

Coding
IT Security

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-19 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00

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More details

our online application and all required materials must be submitted to your preferred home campus generally 2-4 weeks prior to the date classes start.

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Madison, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0.
Candidates will submit a resume and two letters of recommendation (professional or academic), along with a 1,000-word statement of personal intent describing your decision to pursue the degree.
Application materials must be completed two weeks prior to the semester start to be considered for admission.
Application form
Academic records
English Proficiency
Personal Statement
Passport or photocopy
Financial declaration

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

12750 USD / year

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Out-of-State

12750 USD / year

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In-State

12750 USD / year

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Funding

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