Computing Security MS


Computing Security: Online
Master of science degree
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The online MS in computing security is no longer accepting applications. However, RIT offers an on-campus MS in computing security. Visit the program page for more information on curriculum, application requirements, and more.
A degree driven by real-time employer demand
Cybersecurity jobs will grow 29% by 2030, outpacing the overall labor market growth. Search our curriculum and you’ll find the expertise and skills posted by employers in this growing field.
The computing security job market
96+
Average Annual Salary
29%
Employment Growth
34%
Postings in IT for Information Security
173k+
Job Postings in Last Year
Program Highlights
RIT is a designated National Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity Education and Research by the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security. In this master’s degree, you’ll learn from the same distinguished faculty as the on-campus program, and benefit from RIT’s leadership in this field.
This innovative program is designed to enable students to gain a foundation of computing security knowledge and apply that learning, joining a team of professionals to solve the challenges of ensuring secure computing environments. Students will prepare to become leaders within their organizations in the implementation of computing security and information assurance policies and practices.
You will begin this program by taking RIT's Cybersecurity MicroMasters® program on edX. Students who successfully complete the MicroMasters program and are admitted to RIT may be awarded credit for their MicroMasters program certificate toward the Computing Security MS degree at RIT. Learn more about this pathway to a degree and see specific requirements.
Curriculum packed with high-demand skills

Functions
Information security skills are found in over ⅓ of job postings, and projected to grow 22%.

Programming
Python skills are projected to grow 61% by 2023.

Process
DevOps skills are projected to grow 108% by 2023.

Solutions
NIST Cybersecurity Framework skills are projected to grow 111%.
What you will learn
- An understanding of technological and ethical roles computing security plays in nearly all facets of today's society
- A strong theoretical and practical foundation in secure computing
- How to build security and survivability into the hardware and software of computing systems as they are designed and developed
Curriculum
Choose one of the following:
Earn a credential as-you-go
Earn the advanced certificate in cybersecurity and advance your career, all while working toward your master of science in computing security. Four courses of the MS degree program may be fully applied toward a graduate advanced certificate.
Admission Requirements
- Hold a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent) from an accredited university or college.
- Have a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent) (for borderline cases, professional experience will be taken into account)
- Have a background in computer programming (two courses)
- Have satisfactory background in discrete mathematics and one course in statistics. Calculus recommended but not required
- Submit official transcripts (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work.
- Submit a current resume and personal statement.
- Submit one letter of recommendation from academic or professional sources.
- GRE scores are not required for domestic applicants.
- International applicants whose native language is not English must submit scores from the TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE.
Cost
The online MS in Computing Security requires 30 credits and costs $1,237 per credit hour (Academic Year 2021 – 2022). This tuition reflects the RIT Online discount of 43% off the MS in Computing Security campus-based program cost.
Keep in mind that there are many options available that may help you lower your costs. Learn more about resources available including:
- Military tuition benefits
- Support from employers
- Private scholarships
- Financing
- Payment plans
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