MasterOn-Campus, OnlineFlexible

Grand Canyon University

MS in Cybersecurity

Phoenix, Arizona2 years$20K total tuition
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Est. Salary$103,590
Job Growth+32%
Top RoleCybersecurity Analyst
FormatOn-Campus, Online

Admission Snapshot

Degree Required
Bachelor's degree
Duration
2 years
Est. Tuition
$20K total
Format
On-Campus, Online
Schedule
Flexible
GRE / GMAT
Not Required
Concentrations
Cybersecurity (General), Cybersecurity Law, Privacy & Policy

Typical admitted student: A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, along with relevant background in computer science, IT, or cybersecurity; GRE is not required.

About This Program

A graduate degree designed to train professionals in safeguarding organizational systems and data using ethical hacking and advanced defense-in-depth strategies.

Career Outcomes

Advance as Cybersecurity Analyst in Cybersecurity AI with cybersecurity expertise

  • 1. Cybersecurity Analyst
  • 2. Incident Response Specialist
  • 3. Security Operations Manager
  • 4. Penetration Tester

What You'll Learn

  • Identify and mitigate cyber threats and vulnerabilities using defense tools and frameworks.
  • Conduct risk assessments and implement cybersecurity policies for organizational compliance.
  • Apply cryptography, network security, and incident response techniques to protect digital assets.
  • Analyze cyber attacks and develop strategies for threat intelligence and resilience planning.

Curriculum Highlights

Features advanced coursework in enterprise security infrastructure, cyber warfare, and security governance, concluding with a practical cybersecurity leadership capstone project.

Top Employers

Top employers include Microsoft, Cisco, IBM, and government agencies like NSA and FBI.

Admissions

A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, along with relevant background in computer science, IT, or cybersecurity; GRE is not required.

Application Materials

  • Statement of Purpose: Required
  • Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
  • Resume: Required
  • Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Academic Requirements

  • Degree Required: Bachelor's degree
  • GRE/GMAT: Not Required
  • TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

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