Master of Science - Cybersecurity

Plan Description

Currently, there is a demand at the local, state, region and national level for individuals to be trained in the knowledge of computers, networks, and risk and security management. Students will be trained in technical and managerial aspects of cybersecurity.

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Plan Admission Requirements

Application deadlines

Applications available on the UNLV Graduate College website.

All domestic and international applicants must review and follow the Graduate College Admission and Registration Requirements.

1. Applicants must have earned a Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university or international equivalent with preference given for technological degree (i.e., Computer Science, Information Systems, Security, Engineering, etc.).

2. Applicants with satisfactory scores on the general aptitude portion (50th percentile or higher) of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) will be considered for admission. 

3. Unofficial or official transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities will need to be submitted in the online application. Official transcripts are required once given an offer of admission into the program.

4. Two letters of recommendation concerning the potential for success in the graduate program
5. Statement of purpose explaining interest in the program
6. Minimum GPA and further requirements for all domestic and international applicants available at the Graduate College Admission and Registration Requirements page.
7. Individuals with deficiencies in their undergraduate background may be required to enroll in selected additional courses to satisfy the M.S. degree requirements.

8. International applicants must meet English proficiency requirements established in the UNLV english proficiency page. (https://www.unlv.edu/graduatecollege/english-proficiency)

Students are accepted into a degree program as described in the Graduate Catalog. The faculty and corresponding sub-disciplines and sub-plans within the described programs are subject to change at any time.

Plan Requirements

Total Credits Required: 36

Plan Graduation Requirements

Students may apply for graduation up to two semesters prior to completing their degree requirements. All required forms must be submitted to the graduate college via the Grad Rebel Gateway.