Program Type
Master of Science (MS)
Program Length
36 Credit Hours
Description
The Master of Science in Information Assurance and Security degree prepares students for professional careers in commercial, industrial and governmental information assurance. Graduates of the program will utilize knowledge and methods to insure the protection of corporate information resources. Graduates will be able to effectively harden and secure network systems, prevent network damage, perform risk assessment and plan for disaster recovery. This degree is accessible to students who have completed undergraduate Computer Science or Management Information Systems majors or minors and to those with baccalaureate degrees in related technical fields and appropriate professional experience.
Enrollment Semester
Fall, Spring, Summer
Delivery Method
Online
Tuition and Cost
Additional Program Information
Application Requirements
- Graduate Studies Application
- Application Fee
- Official transcript from the baccalaureate degree granting institution
- Admission preference given to individuals with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Two recommendation letters that address qualification for graduate study
- Official GRE scores
NOTE: Applicants with an undergraduate GPA of at least 2.5 and four years of significant experience in the field may submit a resume to determine if they qualify for a GRE waiver.
Graduate Online Support
Stephanie Bluth
Trina Thornton
(936) 294-2356
graduateonline@shsu.edu
Academic Advisor
Dr. Peter Cooper
(936) 294-1569
csc_pac@shsu.edu
