Admission

Students interested in the online Master of Science in Cybersecurity from Pace have three opportunities each year to apply: in the fall, spring, and summer.

We review applications on a rolling basis, so you are welcome to apply any time before the posted deadline. You can expect to receive a decision within one week of submitting your application.

Have questions? Ask us in the chat or request information and an admission advisor will reach out.

Admission Requirements

Applications are carefully reviewed by the Graduate Admission Committee utilizing a holistic approach which considers qualitative and quantitative factors. This multifaceted process focuses on an evaluation of academic credentials from all prior colleges and universities attended as well as experience, service history, aspirations, and communication skills.

• Students who hold a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity or
• Students who hold a bachelor’s degree in another field, and a combination of equivalent career experience and prerequisite coursework

Prerequisite Coursework

We require three prerequisite courses (9 credits) to enter the MS in Cybersecurity program, which should appear in your prior academic transcripts. They include:

• CS601C or Equivalent: Computational Statistics
• IS612, CS502 or Equivalent: Introduction to Coding or Fundamental Computer Science I Using Java
• IS632 or Equivalent: Business Data Communications

Prerequisites cannot be waived, but applicants can be accepted without them. However, all prerequisite courses will need to be completed before starting foundation/core courses in the program.

Admission Materials

Official Transcripts for All College-level Coursework

Transcripts should be sent from every post-secondary institution where you have completed coursework. During the application process, unofficial or official transcripts may be submitted, but official transcripts must be sent upon acceptance to the program.

Sending Transcripts:
Whenever possible, Pace prefers to receive transcripts electronically. Pace University participates in several electronic transcripts networks: Credentials, Parchment Exchange, National Student ClearingHouse, and eSCRIP-SAFE. Confirm with the prior institution to determine if they participate in any of these networks.

Official transcripts should be sent directly from the institution to graduateadmission@pace.edu or mailed to:

International Students Must Also Submit:

To satisfy the proof of English proficiency requirement, we will accept TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson PTE, or Duolingo academic scores.
This requirement is waived for citizens of select countries. Contact an admission advisor at (866) 843-7205 or seidenbergonline@pace.edu to learn more.

Visit our International Students page for more information.

Note: International students will not receive a student visa for the Online MS in Cybersecurity

Ready to Submit?

You may submit your application anytime before the deadline. A completed submission includes all required supplemental materials. Students are encouraged to submit their materials as soon as possible to process the application more quickly.

You can expect to receive a decision within one week following receipt of your application and supporting documents.