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Why Choose Cyber Security?
Develop skills to identify and resolve cyber security threats.
We give you the flexibility to work this degree into your schedule. You will develop the knowledge and skills applicable to protecting computer systems and networks.
A unique blend of faculty who balance theory, practice, hardware, and software in their courses is available to you. The on-campus courses take place in well-equipped computer engineering laboratory facilities. Our state-of-the-art Virtual Cyber Security Lab (VCSL) allows you to work in a safe environment while practicing what you learn.
A solid background in these core computer science skills will help you with your graduate degree:
- Computer programming
- Computer organization
- Data structures and algorithms
- Programming languages
- Operating systems
- Problem-solving and implementation using computer programming
Academics and Curriculum
The entire program requires no less than 30 semester hours of course work including 12 hours of core courses, and the completion of the project or thesis option. This needs to be completed within six years.
View the Master of Science in Cyber Security program information, outcomes, and requirements in the Academic Catalog.
Admission
Application Deadlines
International applicants applying from outside the United States are advised to apply at least one month before the final deadline.
All application documents must be uploaded to the application portal by the final deadline below for consideration. This includes unofficial transcripts, English language proficiency test scores, and any other documents required for your desired program. Applications received after the final deadline may not be considered for admission for the desired term.
Application Deadlines and Decision Dates
- Fall Semester: March 1
- Spring Semester: October 10
How to Apply
Graduate students should apply for admission through Wright State's School of Graduate Studies.