Whether your interest lies in systems, policy or operations—the program’s three areas of concentration—Villanova’s Master of Science in Cybersecurity will prepare you for success in this rapidly growing, ever-evolving field.
Admission Criteria:
Admission to the Master of Science in Cybersecurity degree program will be granted to qualified students who hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or applied sciences from an accredited and/or reputable institution, with a GPA of 3.0 or better. Applicants must meet the general requirements for admission to the College of Engineering.
Applicants with a US Bachelor's degree in other fields of study, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0, and with relevant work experience and industry certifications, will also be considered. Undergraduate course prerequisite requirements include Villanova ECE 4470, Computer Networks, or equivalent. In some cases, students will be admitted on a provisional basis (non-matriculated) and will need to complete two (2) courses with at least a B or better in each course, before being considered for full admission (matriculated).
The GRE is required for full-time applicants for TA or RA positions: minumum score (quantitative reasoning plus verbal) 1200 (old scale) or 305 (new scale).
International Student Admission Requirements:
For individuals receiving their Bachelor's degree outside of the United States, the minimum GPA is 3.25 out of 4.00 or equivalent, and the TOEFL/IELTS is required: minimum TOEFL score of 90 or IELTS score of 7.0