{"id":4441,"date":"2023-08-09T13:14:53","date_gmt":"2023-08-09T13:14:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/?page_id=4441"},"modified":"2026-04-29T04:40:53","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T08:40:53","slug":"cybersecurity-ms","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/cybersecurity-ms\/","title":{"rendered":"Master of Science in Cybersecurity"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-umflint-templates umflint-template-default\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light has-custom-content-position is-position-bottom-center\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;min-height:600px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1700\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-11062 size-full\" alt=\"\" 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wp-elements-3467038b0d62c795dd7178995f31a089\">Online or On-Campus: Take Your Technical Skills to the Next Level<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Master of Science in Cybersecurity at the University of Michigan-Flint, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">College of Innovation &amp; Technology<\/a>, empowers you with the technical training, competencies, and specialized expertise to pursue a new or advanced career in the rapidly growing cybersecurity field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn the technical skills to manage and analyze data, and then apply them.&nbsp; Be it in business, healthcare, or finance, a degree in Cybersecurity prepares you to ask and answer questions that help shape policies and best practices. The MS in Cybersecurity program welcomes students without a computer science background who have completed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/noncredit-certificate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">non-credit certificates<\/a> in Programming, Object-Oriented Programming, and Data Structures.<br><br>Our program offers <strong>both in-person and online formats<\/strong>, allowing you to fit your education into your current work schedule without slowing down your progress. With the immersive training you receive in this flexible two-year program, you graduate equipped with a firm theoretical foundation in cybersecurity and computer networking expertise to study, manage, and protect data security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Current UM-Flint students may wish to consider enrolling on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/cit-joint-bs-ms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Joint BS\/MS in Cybersecurity<\/a>. The joint program curriculum allows students to simultaneously earn undergraduate and graduate credits, which count for bachelor&#8217;s and master&#8217;s degrees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Master of Science in Cybersecurity at UM-Flint\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/hKkzs6PeGhE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mb-2 has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c68c7e40534bfed400afb9dc06f99436\">On This Page<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/cybersecurity-ms\/#Program-Highlights\">Program Highlights<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/cybersecurity-ms\/#Curriculum\">Curriculum<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/cybersecurity-ms\/#career\">Career Outlook<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/cybersecurity-ms\/#application\">Application Process<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#deadlines\">Application Deadlines<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background mt-5 mb-5\" \/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-8\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mb-3 has-primary-color has-text-color\" id=\"Program-Highlights\">Why Earn Your Cybersecurity Master\u2019s Degree at UM-Flint?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong><strong>Flexible Learning Formats That Suit Your Needs<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>UM-Flint\u2019s master\u2019s in cybersecurity program offers both in-person and 100% online formats, which provides an added level of convenience and customization to your graduate school experience. The program\u2019s average completion time ranges from 16 to 20 months; however, you have up to six years to complete your degree. Whether online or in person, our cybersecurity degree program empowers you to learn how you want without disrupting your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong><strong>Empower Your Technological Skills for In-Demand Careers<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As cybersecurity becomes increasingly important to all areas of businesses, ranging from healthcare to finance to automotive and many others, there is a growing demand for competent cybersecurity professionals. 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To expand your technical experience, we offer fast-track courses that help build your foundational knowledge and prepare you for upcoming advanced coursework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong><strong>Diversify Your Skill Set by Choosing a Specialized Concentration<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">To support your overall professional development and skill acquisition, our cybersecurity graduate program offers four concentrations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Network and System Security<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Application and Software Security<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cyber-Physical Systems Security<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trustworthy AI<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>With these concentrations of choice, you fine-tune your digital security niche and develop useful competencies, defining you as a competitive candidate in the cybersecurity field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the evolving cybersecurity challenges introduced by AI, the Trustworthy AI concentration has been developed to prepare professionals to protect AI systems from emerging threats, meet regulatory requirements, and counter AI-driven attacks\u2014filling a gap not covered by traditional cybersecurity education. The updated curriculum also incorporates essential skills for applying AI in both red team and blue team operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong><strong>Advance Your Earning Potential<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As all businesses with a digital or online component depend on a secure environment to protect private data, hacking and cyberattacks remain common. Businesses rely on experts who protect data and respond to attacks precisely and skillfully. As such, new cybersecurity specialists are required constantly, expanding their earning potential and making cybersecurity a blossoming field with many possibilities for advancement.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\" style=\"min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-white-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-4 has-primary-color has-text-color\" id=\"Curriculum\">Master\u2019s in Cybersecurity Curriculum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The program curriculum is a total of 32 credits and it takes 16-20 months to complete on average.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Designed to provide an innovative digital security education, UM-Flint\u2019s cybersecurity graduate program curriculum emphasizes the fusion of theory and practice to prepare you for a competitive job market. Once you\u2019ve completed your core classes in advanced computer networking and cybersecurity, you expand your focus into more specialized areas of study by pursuing a concentration in Network and System Security, Application and Software Security, Cyber-Physical Systems Security or Trustworthy AI.<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.umflint.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=38&amp;poid=16329&amp;returnto=5138\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Review our MS in Cybersecurity program curriculum<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background mt-5 mb-5\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-94a76c4f21017f79a61c4bd6afba88d5\">Program Information Request<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At UM-Flint, we provide dedicated staff who work with you as you choose a program to meet your career goals.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information about starting your MS in&nbsp;Cybersecurity graduate program, contact CIT Graduate Programs at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:citgradprograms@umich.edu\">citgradprograms@umich.edu<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background mt-5 mb-5\" \/>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-8\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mb-3 has-primary-color has-text-color\" id=\"career\">Career Outlook for Cybersecurity Professionals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As the technological world continues to grow and cyberattacks become more commonplace, there is an increasing need for secure information environments and for analysts to develop innovative solutions to prevent would-be hackers from stealing critical information or causing other problems with computer networks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As businesses continue to enhance their security, individuals with strong cybersecurity knowledge and relevant skills are in high demand. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the employment of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/computer-and-information-technology\/information-security-analysts.htm#tab-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">information security analysts<\/a> to grow by 32% throughout the coming decade\u2014seven times faster than the average for all occupations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Likewise, working in cybersecurity-related roles can increase earning potential, especially if an individual has earned a relevant graduate degree. While the median salary is $112,000, annual earnings can reach up to $174,540*, depending on education, prior work experience, and industry.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With this positive career outlook, graduates of UM-Flint\u2019s cybersecurity master\u2019s program can kick-start their careers across many industries, including consulting, financial services, health care, and technology.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/computer-and-information-technology\/information-security-analysts.htm#tab-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2023\/11\/Cybersecurity.Stat-23_11-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"$112,000* median annual wage for information security analysts\" class=\"wp-image-5271\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2023\/11\/Cybersecurity.Stat-23_11-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2023\/11\/Cybersecurity.Stat-23_11-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2023\/11\/Cybersecurity.Stat-23_11-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2023\/11\/Cybersecurity.Stat-23_11-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2023\/11\/Cybersecurity.Stat-23_11.png 1042w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover  h-auto mt-5\" style=\"min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-primary-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center mt-3 mb-2 has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c58e610dcee6fa9a7f8c7b84f23e90d4\"><strong>&nbsp;CIT Non-Resident Graduate Tuition Scholarship<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Covers up to 100% of the difference between the residential and non-residential graduate tuition rates.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4\">\n\t\t\t\n<a\n    id=\"block-block_a90836b9ef111bbb3e660be17df53f42\"\n    class=\"btn mb-3 mb-md0 d-inline-flex btn-icon bg-secondary\"\n    href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/scholarships\/\"\n    title=\"Learn more\"\n    target=\"_blank\" >\n            <span class=\"btn-icon-image\">\n            <i class=\"fas fa-info-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>        <\/span>\n        <span class=\"btn-icon-text\">\n            Learn more        <\/span>\n    <\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light h-auto mb-5\" style=\"min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-white-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-4 has-primary-color has-text-color\">Admission Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">UM-Flint\u2019s online Master of Science in Cybersecurity seeks applicants who meet the following requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A Bachelor of Science degree from a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/admitted-students\/transfer-students\/#accredited\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">regionally accredited institution<\/a>.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>&nbsp;Preference is given to students with a background in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics field. Applicants who lack eligibility requirements in coursework (Algorithms, Programming, and Data Structure) must complete courses from the prerequisite list by taking the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/noncredit-certificate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">online non-credit certificates option<\/a> or the Fast-Track option.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;Applicants with other undergraduate degrees may enter the program while they complete the Fast Track coursework, which allows them to attain the required background knowledge quickly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A minimum overall undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Applicants who do not meet the minimum GPA requirements may be offered admission. Admission in such cases depends heavily on other indices of the student\u2019s ability to handle graduate-level work. These might include strong performance on GPA in the major and\/or other experiences that are clearly indicative of strong academic ability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The University of Michigan will consider a three year degree from India equivalent to a US bachelor\u2019s degree if the degrees have been earned with a minimum of 60% marks and the awarding institutions have been accredited by India\u2019s National Assessment and Accreditation Council with a grade of \u201cA\u201d or better.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Master of Science in Computer Science and Information Systems\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/QdqmKwl1B6I?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong><strong>Fast Track Graduation Requirements for Non-CS Students<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Admitted students with undergraduate degrees in non-computing fields may need to acquire and demonstrate proficiency in programming, object-oriented programming, and data structures to satisfy graduation requirements for the MS in Cybersecurity. Demonstration of this proficiency is not required for admission into the MS program. Two Fast Track options are provided for students to acquire this proficiency in a time-efficient manner because advanced coursework in the MS curriculum may utilize such proficiency. Fast Track courses can be taken concurrently with graduate courses. Students are encouraged to satisfy Fast Track requirements in their first year of the MS program to ensure success in subsequent advanced coursework.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/noncredit-certificate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Non-credit certificates<\/a> in Programming, Object-Oriented Programming, and Data Structures<\/strong> &#8211; CIT offers non-credit certificates in three areas of preparation: Programming, Object Oriented Programming, and Data Structures. Students must pass the certificate tests with 85% or better and provide proof of successful completion to the CIT Office Manager, Laurel Ming, at <a href=\"mailto:laurelmi@umich.edu\">laurelmi@umich.edu<\/a>. These certificates are not for academic credit; they are guided self-study of the topics, take approximately four weeks per certificate, and can be taken simultaneously.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Full Semester Courses<\/strong> &#8211; For students seeking a more traditional, slower-paced instruction, CIT also offers three undergraduate courses covering the topics of Programming, Object-Oriented Programming, and Data Structures. Students must earn a grade of C (2.0) or better in each full-semester course and must maintain a B (3.0) or better cumulative grade point average in all Fast Track full-semester courses.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Cybersecurity students must show proficiency in CSC 175 &amp; 275 (certificates and\/or Fast Track courses).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>State Authorization for Online Students<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In recent years, the federal government has emphasized the need for universities and colleges to comply with the distance education laws of each state. Out-of-state students intending to enroll in this program should visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/online\/state-authorization\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">State Authorization page<\/a> to verify the status of UM-Flint with their state.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mb-3 has-primary-color has-text-color\" id=\"application\">Applying to the Cybersecurity Program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">At UM-Flint, we make the application process straightforward. To apply to our master\u2019s in cybersecurity program, please submit the following materials:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/apply\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Application for Graduate Admission<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>$55 application fee (non-refundable).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Please read our full <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/transcript-policy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">transcript policy<\/a> for more information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For any degree completed at a non-U.S. institution, transcripts must be submitted for an internal credential review. Read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/international-transcript-evaluation\/\">International Transcript Evaluation<\/a> for instructions on how to submit your transcripts for review.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If English is not your native language, and if you are not from an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/admissions\/english-proficiency\/\">exempt country<\/a>, you must demonstrate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/english-proficiency\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">English proficiency<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Statement of Purpose describing your objectives for graduate study and reasons for selecting this program. You may submit statements online during the application process or email them to <a href=\"mailto:FlintGradOffice@umich.edu\">FlintGradOffice@umich.edu<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A minimum of two <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/recommendation-letters\/\">letters of recommendation<\/a>. Recommendations should be from individuals familiar with your work in academic or professional contexts who can comment on your critical thinking skills, ability to undertake independent projects, and capacity for collaborating with colleagues. We send electronic recommendation requests as a part of the online application process. This requirement is waived for all University of Michigan Alumni.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students from abroad must submit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/admissions\/international-students\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">additional documentation<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This program can be completed 100% online or on campus, including in-person courses. Admitted students can apply for a student (F-1) visa with the requirement of attending in-person courses.Non-U.S. citizens residing outside of the United States may not complete this program online from their home country. If you currently hold a non-immigrant visa and are residing in the United States, please contact the Center for Global Engagement at <a href=\"mailto:globalflint@umich.edu\">globalflint@umich.edu<\/a> for guidance regarding your eligibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color\" id=\"deadlines\">Application Deadlines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">Submit all application materials to the Office of Graduate Programs on or before the day of the application deadline. The Cybersecurity graduate program must have rolling admission and review completed applications each month.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">To be considered for admission, all application materials must be submitted on or before:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fall \u2013 February 1 (guaranteed consideration for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/paying-for-college\/\">scholarships, grants and assistantships<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fall&nbsp; &#8211; May 1 (international student deadline)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fall \u2013 August 1 (U.S. citizens and permanent residents only)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Winter \u2013 October 1 (international student deadline)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Winter \u2013 December 1 (U.S. citizens and permanent residents only)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Summer \u2013 April 1 (U.S. citizens and permanent residents only)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background mt-5 mb-5\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mb-3 has-primary-color has-text-color\">Estimated Tuition and Cost<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At UM-Flint, we believe a graduate education should be accessible to everyone. That\u2019s why we are committed to ensuring our graduate students receive competitive tuition rates and impactful financial aid resources that help them achieve their personal and professional aspirations.&nbsp;<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/paying-for-college\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about UM-Flint\u2019s tuition and financial aid<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background mt-5 mb-5\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mb-3 has-primary-color has-text-color\">&nbsp;Challenge Your Limits by Pursuing Your Master\u2019s in Cybersecurity at UM-Flint<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The University of Michigan-Flint\u2019s Master of Science in Cybersecurity prepares you to be a front-runner and innovator in digital security. With the comprehensive training you receive, you unlock new potential and accelerate your career development.&nbsp;<br><br>Ready to take the next step toward transforming your future? <a href=\"https:\/\/go.umflint.edu\/request-info\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Request information<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/apply\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">start your UM-Flint application today<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light h-auto mb-4 mt-4\" style=\"min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-695\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/10\/files\/2023\/05\/Blue.Walking.Bridge.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center mt-3 has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f37781ad87d56520be84165068a12af4\" style=\"font-size:clamp(21.536px, 1.346rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 1.052), 35px);\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\"><strong>UM-FLINT BLOGS<\/strong><\/mark> <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-white-color\">|   Graduate Programs<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-umflint-news-carousel wp-news-carousel um-flint--news-carousel slick-slider-container\" data-site=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\" data-tag=\"27\"><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With online and in-person formats, UM-Flint\u2019s MS in Cybersecurity is a flexible two-year program to develop in-demand skills and give you a competitive edge.  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