Program Overview

Program Overview

The Cybersecurity Master's Degree Program at City College is designed to equip students with the advanced technical skills needed to thrive in a highly demanded field protecting the world's electronic infrastructure.

Admissions

Eligibility

The program offers pathways to students from all majors to join.

Application

Rolling admissions are available, with specific deadlines for Fall and Spring semesters. The Fall 2026 deadline is June 12, 2026, and the Spring and Fall 2027 application cycles will open in Summer 2026.

Academics

Curriculum

The program can be completed in 3 semesters for full-time students. Many courses are offered in the late afternoons or evenings to accommodate working professionals and student internships.

4+1 Accelerated Master's

This option is available for students who wish to accelerate their master's degree.

Faculty and Research

Faculty at The Grove School of Engineering have decades of experience in areas such as:

• Artificial intelligence
• Information assurance
• Fault-tolerance
• Cryptography
• Secure vehicular communications
• Access control
• Telecommunication network security The Cybersecurity Program team regularly meets with private sector partners to enhance academic content and applied learning opportunities for students.

Program Benefits

• Accessibility: City College is a public institution with a tradition of making education available to all. New York State residents will pay less than $20,000 for the degree.
• Flexibility: Individuals can complete the program as full-time or part-time students and begin the program in either the Fall or Spring semester.
• Connection: The program provides opportunities for students to connect with faculty and private sector partners, enhancing their learning experience and career prospects.