MS Cybersecurity at University of Idaho

Programme overview

In an increasingly connected world, protecting digital systems requires intelligence, robust analytics and a comprehensive approach that extends beyond coding and firewalls. The Master of Science in cybersecurity at University of Idaho prepares professionals to protect digital systems, manage cyber risks and develop secure technology solutions for organizations across industries.

What you will study

The degree totals 30 credits. Required courses listed in the catalogue include CYB 5010 Cybersecurity Graduate Seminar (1 credit taken three times.); CYB 5070 CS and Cyber Research Methods; CYB 5200 Digital Forensics; CYB 5360 Advanced Information Assurance Concepts; CYB 5400 Advanced Networking & Security; CYB 5990 Non-thesis Master's Research.

Career pathways

Related occupations listed for this programme include Information Technology Project Managers; Network and Computer Systems Administrators; Computer Network Architects; Security Management Specialists; Clinical Data Managers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Education level: Bachelor's degree in a similar or closely related field Transcripts for all post-secondary education will be required. Unofficial transcripts may be used for initial admission review. Official transcripts send directly by the issuing institution(s) will be required upon admission.; GPA: 3.0 (Applicants with a lower undergraduate GPA who have relevant professional experience in the field, have already earned a graduate degree, or have completed graduate-level credits may still be considered for admission with approval from the academic program.); GRE: Not required; Letters of recommendation: Three; Statement of Purpose; Valid picture ID (required to verify students’ identity and will be kept confidential); English proficiency (for applicants whose education was completed in countries where English is not an official language). Accepted tests: TOEFL: 4.5, IELTS: 6.5, Duolingo: 115, PTE-A: 58 . Learn what qualifies as proof of English proficiency . Applicants must also meet University of Idaho College of Graduate Studies admission requirements.

Entry terms: fall (August start), spring (January start) and summer (mid-May start). Fall 2027 applications are open and the university admits on a rolling basis.

Graduate priority dates for full consideration for admission and funding: fall Jan. 15, spring Sept. 1, summer Jan. 15. Domestic deadlines: fall July 30, spring Dec. 1. International deadlines: fall Apr. 15, spring Oct. 1. Programme-specific deadlines take precedence. The online application fee is $50 (non-refundable); GRE only where a programme requires it.

Law (JD): apply through the LSAC portal; the Fall 2027 application opens Sept. 1, 2026 and the final deadline is June 30, 2027. The application fee is $50 (waived through Jan. 15, 2027).

Apply through the official page: https://www.uidaho.edu/graduate-studies/admissions

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