Starkville,
MS,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Cyber Security and Operations in Mississippi State United States | Mississippi State University
Mississippi State University
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Mississippi State United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
27,487
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Master of Science in Cyber Security and Operations (MS CYSO) equips students to address growing cybersecurity challenges. This interdisciplinary program offers specialized training within a comprehensive analytical structure for assessing, comprehending, and resolving security issues. Students can choose between thesis and non-thesis tracks in either concentration, with options for both on-campus (Starkville) and online study.
The Cyber Defense specialization emphasizes enterprise-level system protection strategies. Coursework trains students to create cybersecurity policies aligned with legal standards, perform organizational risk evaluations, and deploy enterprise security measures.
The Cyber Operations specialization develops expertise for active cybersecurity engagement. Students gain advanced skills in penetration testing, post-incident evaluation, and malware examination. This track meets the Department of Defense's rigorous standards for Cyber Operations Centers of Academic Excellence.
The 31-credit MS CYSO program typically takes two years for full-time students to complete.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A graduate from another institution seeking admission to graduate school at Mississippi State University must provide official transcripts from the college which the applicant is attending or has attended and from which he/she will receive or has received a bachelor's degree.
Applicants to Mississippi State University must compose and submit a statement of purpose.
Three letters of recommendation are required to process applications and must be submitted electronically.
Prospective students should upload a resume/curriculum vitae during the online application process.
TOEFL iBT - 79, IELTS - 6.5
MS CS and CYSO applicants are required to have a 3.00/4.00 GPA in overall undergraduate work and complete the GRE with a competitive score before admission. International students require a suitable demonstration of English proficiency. Candidates for the master's degree must have completed all pre-requisite courses or their equivalents.
Applicants to Mississippi State University must compose and submit a statement of purpose.
Three letters of recommendation are required to process applications and must be submitted electronically.
Prospective students should upload a resume/curriculum vitae during the online application process.
TOEFL iBT - 79, IELTS - 6.5
MS CS and CYSO applicants are required to have a 3.00/4.00 GPA in overall undergraduate work and complete the GRE with a competitive score before admission. International students require a suitable demonstration of English proficiency. Candidates for the master's degree must have completed all pre-requisite courses or their equivalents.
Tuition
USD
27,487