Master of Science in Cybersecurity - UMBC at USG

Academic Overview & Description

NSA-designated Center of Academic Excellence graduate degree examining enterprise intrusion detection, secure cloud computing, cryptographic protocols, and cybersecurity strategy.

Funding & Financial Support

Funding Award

CyberCorps SFS Fellowship: $34,000/year stipend plus 100% full tuition and federal placement

Tuition Rate

$0 - $15,200/year (Covered by CyberCorps for qualifying fellows)

Application Fee

$75

Admission & Candidate Requirements

Academic GPA

3.0+ undergraduate GPA in computer science, mathematics, or information technology

English Language

IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 85

Standardized Exam

GRE optional with 3.0+ GPA

Application Materials

Transcripts, professional CV, statement of purpose

Letters of Recommendation

Two academic or technical recommendations

Institutional Guidance

For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult The Universities at Shady Grove's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.

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