M.S. in Cybersecurity
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M.S. in Cybersecurity
10 Courses I On-Campus in New York City or Online I Full-Time or Part-Time
With the Katz School’s 30-credit master’s in cybersecurity, you’ll develop the technological and managerial expertise to plan, implement, upgrade, monitor and audit cybersecurity protocols and procedures. You’ll master state-of-the-art technologies and practices, and you’ll get hands-on experience with threat mitigation, detection and defense in the heart of New York City—a global hub for cybersecurity.
Protecting an organization's information assets and technology infrastructure is critical and requires teams of cybersecurity professionals to protect against increasingly frequent attacks. Fueling this growth is the rapid evolution of cyber threats through the expansion of mobile device usage, the Internet of Things (IoT), machine learning, artificial intelligence and drones. Additionally, evolving privacy and cybersecurity standards and regulations, such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), are driving demand for a new breed of cybersecurity professionals. Secure your place in this critical and fast-growing industry with Katz’s M.S. in cybersecurity.
Fortune magazine recently ranked the online cybersecurity master’s degree program second in the nation, putting Yeshiva University in good company with prestigious schools such as the University of California, Berkeley, and Johns Hopkins University.
Program Highlights
Gain cybersecurity know-how in systems architecture, operating systems, applications, endpoints, securing data, networking, cloud security and software development
Analyze threat landscapes and security frameworks, as well as legal compliance and audit frameworks
Develop internal and external communication strategies to promote a cybersecurity culture
Prepare for industry certifications, including CEH, CISM, CISSP, CRISC and CSSK
Gain industry experience through internships and research, as well as benefit from career support and professional networking opportunities
STEM-OPT eligible
Full Program Breakdown
M.S. in Cybersecurity
10 Courses I On-Campus in New York City or Online I Full-Time or Part-Time
With the Katz School’s 30-credit master’s in cybersecurity, you’ll develop the technological and managerial expertise to plan, implement, upgrade, monitor and audit cybersecurity protocols and procedures. You’ll master state-of-the-art technologies and practices, and you’ll get hands-on experience with threat mitigation, detection and defense in the heart of New York City—a global hub for cybersecurity.
Protecting an organization's information assets and technology infrastructure is critical and requires teams of cybersecurity professionals to protect against increasingly frequent attacks. Fueling this growth is the rapid evolution of cyber threats through the expansion of mobile device usage, the Internet of Things (IoT), machine learning, artificial intelligence and drones. Additionally, evolving privacy and cybersecurity standards and regulations, such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), are driving demand for a new breed of cybersecurity professionals. Secure your place in this critical and fast-growing industry with Katz’s M.S. in cybersecurity.
Fortune magazine recently ranked the online cybersecurity master’s degree program second in the nation, putting Yeshiva University in good company with prestigious schools such as the University of California, Berkeley, and Johns Hopkins University.
Gain cybersecurity know-how in systems architecture, operating systems, applications, endpoints, securing data, networking, cloud security and software development
Analyze threat landscapes and security frameworks, as well as legal compliance and audit frameworks
Develop internal and external communication strategies to promote a cybersecurity culture
Prepare for industry certifications, including CEH, CISM, CISSP, CRISC and CSSK
Gain industry experience through internships and research, as well as benefit from career support and professional networking opportunities
STEM-OPT eligible
Research and Capstone
For the capstone project, you'll develop a complete cybersecurity strategy for a non-profit organization. Throughout the program, you'll also have the opportunity to work alongside faculty to design and implement specialized research projects.
Recent Projects
- Capture the Flag: Opportunities for the Cybersecurity Classroom
- Two Step Verification System Using Face Recognition
- Cymple Bits Security Analysis (Won 1st Place in the 2022 ISACA Cybersecurity Case Study Competition)
- Equifax Data Breach Analysis (Won 1st Place in the 2021 ISACA Cybersecurity Case Study Competition)
Tech Fellows
Join students and alumni from over 30 countries to work on pioneering research, citywide initiatives and new technologies that help to make the world smarter, safer and healthier.
Benefits
- Receive industry mentorship
- Showcase and publish your research at Katz School's annual Symposium on Science, Technology and Health
- Receive a generous tuition scholarship
Learn more about the Fellows Program.
B.A./M.S. Pathways Option
Through the B.A./M.S. option, undergraduates from Yeshiva College and Stern College for Women can take up to nine graduate credits that will count toward both their bachelor's and master's degrees. After completing their bachelor's, students can finish their graduate degree in just one more year.
- Admissions criteria: Junior or senior in any YC/SCW undergraduate major with a minimum GPA of 3.2 and a minimum grade of B-plus in the prerequisite courses listed below. Students can begin taking graduate coursework in their junior or senior year.
- Prerequisites for graduate courses: One computer networking or security course with a minimum grade of B-plus.
For more information, visit www.yu.edu/pathways
Internships and STEM-OPT
Gain industry experience in major companies, startups and the YU Innovation Lab through internships that count toward your degree. Yeshiva University's master’s in cybersecurity is a STEM-approved degree. International students may be eligible for up to 36 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT). The program also offers several opportunities for Curricular Practical Training (CPT).
Recent Internships
- Radware
- New York City MTA
- Bank of New York Mellon
- Technical Consulting and Research, Inc.
- American Eagle Outfitters
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Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Visit Graduate Admissions for up-to-date application requirements and deadlines.
Questions? Schedule an appointment with an admissions director if you have questions about your qualifications, financial aid opportunities and financing your graduate degree. We can do a preliminary transcript review and discuss your admissions and financing options with the Katz School.
Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships
The Office of Student Finance maintains current tuition and fees for all graduate programs.
All applicants are automatically considered for the STEM Fellows program. You do not need to submit any additional information.
Graduate Admissions
General Inquiries
Join our Community
Application Information
Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Visit Graduate Admissions for up-to-date application requirements and deadlines.
Questions? Schedule an appointment with an admissions director if you have questions about your qualifications, financial aid opportunities and financing your graduate degree. We can do a preliminary transcript review and discuss your admissions and financing options with the Katz School.
Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships
The Office of Student Finance maintains current tuition and fees for all graduate programs.
All applicants are automatically considered for the STEM Fellows program. You do not need to submit any additional information.