Program Overview

Cybersecurity, M.S.

The Master of Science in Cybersecurity at Saint Louis University is designed to teach students how to apply information security principles to analyze, detect, and mitigate vulnerabilities and intrusions to an organization's cyber infrastructure. The program also covers the social, policy, ethical, and legal aspects of security and privacy.

Overview

The program is offered through the School for Professional Studies and consists of 33 credits. It is available in both online and on-campus formats, with flexible terms to accommodate working professionals. Students can earn a graduate certificate that complements their master's degree without taking additional credits.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the program will be able to:

• Apply program-specific knowledge to address practical problems using an ethical, evidence-based framework.
• Utilize argumentation skills appropriate for a given problem or context.
• Construct and implement networks and data management systems that protect intellectual property using cybersecurity principles.
• Apply information security principles to analyze, detect, and mitigate vulnerabilities and intrusions.

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the program, students must:

• Submit a completed application.
• Have an undergraduate degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Provide official transcripts from a degree-granting institution.
• Submit a statement of purpose (about 500 words).
• Provide a resume or curriculum vitae.
• Submit external reference recommendations (encouraged but not required).

International Students

International students must also demonstrate English language proficiency, with minimum scores required for standardized tests such as TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE. Academic records must be translated into English and include courses taken, grades earned, and any degrees received.

Program Requirements

The program consists of:

• Graduate core courses: Applied Analytics & Methods I, Ethical, Evidence-Based Decision Making.
• Foundation courses: Programming & Problem Solving, Cybersecurity Principles, Networking Concepts, Cyber Threats and Defense, Digital Investigations.
• Cybersecurity electives (9 credits).
• Master's project (3 credits).

Continuation Standards

Students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.00 in all graduate/professional courses.

Tuition

Tuition for the program is $810 per credit hour for online graduate degrees and post-baccalaureate certificates. The total program cost is $42,000 for on-ground MS programs.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

Priority consideration for graduate assistantship is given to applicants who apply by February 1. Students can visit the Office of Student Financial Services for more information.

Careers

Graduates of the program are prepared to manage and lead cyber teams and programs in roles such as network and computer systems administrators, government cybersecurity analysts, computer systems analysts, information security analysts, computer and information systems managers, and data security consultants.

Faculty

The program is taught by exceptional faculty who are leading experts in their fields. They bring real-world knowledge to the classroom and are dedicated to students' professional success.

Roadmap

The program offers a roadmap for students to complete their degree in a timely manner. The roadmap includes a plan of study for each semester, with critical courses marked. Students are encouraged to meet with their academic advisor each semester to ensure they are on track to graduate.