PhD Cybersecurity at University of Idaho

Programme overview

University of Idaho’s Ph.D. in cybersecurity prepares researchers, educators and cybersecurity leaders to solve complex challenges in digital security. As Idaho’s only doctorate in cybersecurity, the program builds advanced expertise in cybersecurity theory, research and practice through rigorous coursework and hands-on research.

Faculty: College of Engineering | Department: Department of Computer Science | Duration: 78 credits | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall or Spring Open to international applicants, including those requiring F-1 or J-1 visa status | Location: Moscow, ID, United States

What you will study

The degree totals 78 credits. Required courses listed in the catalogue include CYB 5200 Digital Forensics; CYB 5360 Advanced Information Assurance Concepts; CYB 5400 Advanced Networking & Security; CYB 5010 Cybersecurity Graduate Seminar; CYB 6000 Doctoral Research and Dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates of the program pursue careers as university faculty members, principal investigators, cybersecurity architects, research scientists, security consultants and technical leaders in government agencies, national laboratories, technology companies and defense organizations. Related occupations listed for this programme include Information Technology Project Managers; Information Security Engineers; Computer Network Architects; Telecommunications Engineering Specialists; Network and Computer Systems Administrators; Security Management Specialists.

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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.; 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). 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. Programme-specific deadlines take precedence. The online application fee is $50 (non-refundable).

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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