Cybersecurity
Graduate Programs
Why Study Cybersecurity?
Get hands-on training in cybersecurity to meet the needs of the military, intelligence community, federal civilian agencies, and the commercial sector.
The dynamic and interdisciplinary field of cybersecurity is one of UMBC’s strategic priorities, focusing on not only the technical but also the social behavioral and economic elements of the field. Undergraduate students can pursue a cybersecurity track under a few majors within the Computer Science and Electrical Engineering department and take courses in computer security, forensics, network security, and malware analysis, among others. Undergraduates can also pursue a certificate in Cybersecurity Analytics, which focuses on how to solve cybersecurity-related problems in the real world, and an Accelerated Bachelor of Science / Master of Professional Studies degree.
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Which Program is Right for You?
Master of Science in Cybersecurity
UMBC’s graduate programs in Cybersecurity, located within the Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering, prepare students to excel in this dynamic industry.
VIEW Master of Science DETAILS →Certificate in Cybersecurity Informatics
The undergraduate certificates offered by UMBC’s information systems department give students a solid foundation in in-demand skill sets. Notice of successful completion is placed on the transcript at time of graduation.
VIEW Certificate DETAILS →Certificate in Cybersecurity Operations
UMBC’s cybersecurity certificates, which can be completed in a year, are available to students with a variety of undergraduate or work backgrounds. The operations courses are oriented towards students seeking broad exposure to cybersecurity principles, best practices, and technologies.
VIEW Certificate DETAILS →Certificate in Cybersecurity Strategy and Policy
UMBC’s cybersecurity certificates, which can be completed in a year, are available to students with a variety of undergraduate or work backgrounds. The courses in cybersecurity strategy and policy provide students the essential knowledge required to serve in decision-making roles throughout the cybersecurity industry.
VIEW Certificate DETAILS →Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Aid
UMBC works to provide students with adequate need-based funding.
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Cybersecurity Program Contacts
UMBC Graduate School Admissions Office Contact Information
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UMBC Graduate School
1000 Hilltop Circle Baltimore, MD 21250
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Staff are available from Mon - Fri, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 410-455-2537
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Email Graduate Admissions at gradschool@umbc.edu.