Master of Science in Cybersecurity - Information Systems & Cyber Defense

Academic Overview & Description

NSA-designated cybersecurity curriculum focusing on cloud security architecture, ethical hacking penetration testing, threat hunting, and digital risk management.

Funding & Financial Support

Funding Award

NSA/DHS National Center of Academic Excellence Graduate Scholarships up to $9,000

Tuition Rate

$18,500 total

Application Fee

$40

Admission & Candidate Requirements

Academic GPA

Bachelor's degree with GPA 3.0+ and technical background

English Language

TOEFL 79+

Standardized Exam

GRE not required

Application Materials

Statement of purpose and resume

Letters of Recommendation

Two recommendations

Institutional Guidance

For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult University of Missouri-St. Louis's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.

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