Overview

Key Features

Are you a professional or recent graduate with experience in coding/programming and basic mathematics who wants to leverage technology to build a more secure world? Help advance the field of cybersecurity, assessing and managing ongoing information security risks to defend key pillars of society.

Designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence for Cyber Operations by the Department of Defense and National Security Agency, Northeastern University offers one of the best Cybersecurity programs available to help you develop comprehensive understanding:

Gain technical computer science skills in information security.
Develop a contextual and interdisciplinary foundation in law, forensics, criminology, social sciences, policy, and management to break down silos in cybersecurity.
Hold an optional, full-time, paid co-op or internship.
Learn from experts who are driving innovation across industries.

Develop skills for lifelong advancement and collaboration with some of the most diverse thinkers in cybersecurity.

Career OutlookGive yourself proven opportunities for career advancement. Cybersecurity is one of the most in-demand areas of expertise for U.S. employers, with a 0% unemployment rate since 2016—and demand is incredibly high globally (TechGenix). Khoury College cybersecurity graduates go on to work at some of the most influential companies and organizations around the world. In recent years, alumni have a record of 100% employment in their chosen field.

3.5 million job openings in the cybersecurity field are projected by 2025 (Cybercrime Magazine)
33% job growth is projected in the United States for information security analysts from 2021 to 2031—over four times faster than the average employment growth rate of all occupations nationwide (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
The global workforce gap for cybersecurity professionals has grown twice as much as the workforce, with a 26.2% year-over-year surge; 3.4 million cybersecurity professionals are needed (ISC2)
Key employers of graduates of the program include Amazon/AWS, Akamai, Google, Raytheon, MITRE, Wayfair, Fidelity, U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force, and Synopsys
Program graduates hold positions such as application security, security analyst, chief information security officer, cybersecurity compliance officer, cyber risk analyst, cloud security engineer, systems administrator, and more

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cyberspace Technology and Applications

Applied Cryptography

Computer System Security

Network Security Practices

Software Vulnerabilities and Security

Network Security
Wireless and Mobile Systems Security

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-04-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

Credits

32 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Cyber Security View 412 other Masters in Cyber Security in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

100

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

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

Online application and fee
Transcripts from all institutions attended
Statement of purpose that should include career goals and expected outcomes and benefits from the program
Recent professional resumé listing detailed position responsibilities
Three letters of recommendation
GPA minimums: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, 8.0 on a 10.0 scale, or 80 on a 100 scale
Official TOEFL (100 minimum) or IELTS (7.5 minimum) examination scores (international students only)
GRE Optional

Tuition Fee

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International

26900 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 53800 USD for the full programme during 24 months.
National

26900 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 53800 USD for the full programme during 24 months.
In-State

26900 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 53800 USD for the full programme during 24 months.

Living costs for Boston

1560 - 3239 USD /month

Living costs

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

This programme is taught in different countries. Which country are you interested in?

Country 1

Canada
United States

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Scholarships Information

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