MasterOn-CampusFull-Time

National College

MS in Cybersecurity

Salem, Virginia1 years$7K total tuition
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Est. Salary$110,000
Job Growth+32%
Top RoleCybersecurity Analyst
FormatOn-Campus

Admission Snapshot

Degree Required
Bachelor's degree
Duration
1 year
Est. Tuition
$7K total
Format
On-Campus
Schedule
Full-Time
GRE / GMAT
Not Required
Concentrations
Cybersecurity (General), Cybersecurity Law, Privacy & Policy

Typical admitted student: A bachelor's degree in computing, IT, or a related STEM field with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, along with demonstrated programming experience through transcripts, certifications, or work history. GRE is often optional, and relevant professional experience may strengthen applications.

About This Program

A technical and practical program uniquely embedded in industry, developing expert knowledge in securing devices, networks, clouds, and web applications.

Career Outcomes

Lead as Cybersecurity Analyst in Cybersecurity AI with machine learning expertise

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

What You'll Learn

  • Design and implement enterprise security architectures to protect networks and systems.
  • Conduct penetration testing and ethical hacking to identify vulnerabilities.
  • Analyze and respond to cyber incidents using forensics and threat intelligence.
  • Apply cryptography and risk management principles to secure data and operations.

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum features modules in cloud architectures, blockchain, and malware analysis, with specialized tracks in forensics or cloud security.

Top Employers

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

Admissions

A bachelor's degree in computing, IT, or a related STEM field with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, along with demonstrated programming experience through transcripts, certifications, or work history. GRE is often optional, and relevant professional experience may strengthen applications.

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: Optional or Not Required
  • TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

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