Master of Science in Cybersecurity – General Online
Gain next-level technical skills and a deeper managerial perspective on cybersecurity risk management and prevention. This robust program helps you increase your professional value in a rapidly growing field.
Program Overview
Expand your opportunities with an M.S. in Cybersecurity – General online program
Stay abreast of the latest strategies and technologies used in the exponentially growing field of cybersecurity. Combining computer science, criminal justice and management, the interdisciplinary Master of Science in Cybersecurity – General online program is taught by faculty with hands-on experience in the field. As active practitioners, they ensure coursework is real-time relevant by integrating current insights into labs and other experiential learning opportunities.
Tailor this online master’s in cybersecurity program to your professional goals by choosing specialized concentration courses, as you learn how to reduce vulnerability to data breaches, mitigate damage from cyberattacks, and expand your knowledge of computer digital forensics and litigation support practices and procedures.
Designed to give you a competitive edge in technology innovation, this STEM-designated program provides access to and experience working with the most popular enterprise resource planning (ERP) software.
Graduates of this online master’s in cybersecurity – general program will learn how to:
- Explain internet structures, enterprise network structures and consulting services related to network infrastructures
- Identify and analyze federal global legislation related to security and data threats
- Differentiate between cybercrime, cyber espionage and cyberwar
- Analyze plans to protect personal, corporate and national infrastructures
- Formulate plans for securing and analyzing digital forensic data
- Explain internet structures, enterprise network structures and consulting services related to network infrastructures
- Identify and analyze federal global legislation related to security and data threats
- Differentiate between cybercrime, cyber espionage and cyberwar
- Analyze plans to protect personal, corporate and national infrastructures
- Formulate plans for securing and analyzing digital forensic data
Potential careers in cybersecurity upon completion of this online master's program:
- IT Security Specialist
- Cybercrime Investigator
- Information Manager
- Security Analyst
- Cybersecurity Consultant
- Systems Integration Engineer
- Security Engineer
- IT Security Specialist
- Cybercrime Investigator
- Information Manager
- Security Analyst
- Cybersecurity Consultant
- Systems Integration Engineer
- Security Engineer
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Tuition
Benefit from our pay-by-the-course tuition
Our M.S. in Cybersecurity – General online program offers affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition which is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. All program and course fees are included in the total tuition cost.
Tuition breakdown
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.S. in Cybersecurity – General | $1,065 | $3,195 | $31,950 |
Tuition Breakdown
Calendar
Choose from multiple start dates
La Salle University online programs are delivered in an accelerated format ideal for working professionals, conveniently featuring multiple start dates each year.
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| Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Class End Date | Term Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring I | 1/13/25 | 12/30/24 | 1/3/25 | 1/3/25 | 1/9/25 | 3/8/25 | 8 weeks |
| Spring II | 3/10/25 | 2/24/25 | 2/28/25 | 2/28/25 | 3/6/25 | 5/8/25 | 8 weeks |
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Admissions
Review the holistic admission process for this cybersecurity master’s
Applications for the M.S. in Cybersecurity – General are evaluated on a holistic basis. The Admissions Committee takes into account interest, aptitude and potential for achievement in graduate studies. The requirements include:
Admission Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- Minimum 3.0 GPA*
- No GMAT required
Prior to evaluation by the Admissions Committee, applicants must submit the following:
- Transcript(s) from the college/university where you earned your bachelor’s degree and, if applicable, master’s degree. You will be notified if you need to submit additional transcripts for advising purposes.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA.
- *Please note: Prospective students with a GPA of 2.5-2.9 are encouraged to apply and will be evaluated for the program based on their entire application.
- No GMAT/GRE required
- A current professional resume
- Provide a personal statement (about 500 words in length) explaining why you are interested in this program, your qualifications and how this program will assist with your professional goals
Documentation can be sent via email to [email protected]. If you need to submit official documents by mail, send them to:
La Salle University
Office of Adult Enrollment
Box 112
1900 West Olney Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19141
Have a question? Call us at 844-466-5587.
Admission Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- Minimum 3.0 GPA*
- No GMAT required
Courses
Preview your master's in cybersecurity courses online
For the M.S. in Cybersecurity – General online, the curriculum is comprised of six core courses, three specialty courses and the integrated capstone course. Students will work directly with their program advisor to choose 4 courses to complete out the specialization requirement. Students can choose from a variety of options and customize their study plan based on individual needs.
For the M.S. in Cybersecurity – General online program, the curriculum is comprised of six core courses, three specialty courses and the integrated capstone course.
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