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Graduate Degree

The Master of Science in Information Security and Privacy (MSISP) is the nation’s premier professional degree program for those seeking employment or advancement in management or executive roles in information security and privacy. The Center for Identity joined with The University of Texas School of Information (ranked among the Top 5 in the U.S.) to offer this unique interdisciplinary program bringing together law, public policy, communications, technology, and the social sciences. The MSISP delivers a 360-degree perspective of information security and privacy not available through existing programs in cybersecurity and information assurance.

Program Structure

• Classes meet two days per month (one Friday & Saturday)
• Graduate in 21 months
• Five consecutive semesters
• Two courses per semester
• Tuition cost is $50,000 for part-time students, with a full-time option available

Admissions Overview

• No GRE/GMAT scores required
• 2 class days per month (Friday and Saturday 8am-5pm CT)
• Classes meet in-person on campus, or online via synchronous remote learning
• Admissions for Fall 2026 start on October 1, 2025
• No course or major requirements for admissions into the MSISP degree program

Program Benefits

• TOP-TIER FACULTY FROM ACROSS CAMPUS: Approach information studies through a broad, cross-disciplinary lens, with insights from both industry experts and faculty from a variety of UT Austin colleges, including: School of Information, McCombs School of Business, Cockrell School of Engineering, College of Liberal Arts, and Moody College of Communication.
• CAREER GROWTH AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES: Join and excel in one of the fastest growing fields in today’s marketplace. As valuable leaders in an emerging discipline that impacts a wide range of industries, government, and law enforcement, MS ISP graduates are in high demand.
• NATIONAL CENTER OF EXCELLENCE: The Center for Identity, which produces the MSISP program together with The School of Information, is a national center of excellence for research, education, and outreach in identity management, security, and privacy. Center for Identity research and partnerships inform the program curriculum and benefit students.