FAQs

Yes, Gonzaga University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).

For more information about accreditation you can go to our accreditation explanation page.

If you meet the eligibility requirements you will need the following documents to apply:

• Official Transcripts – from all universities attended.
• Two Confidential Letters of Recommendation.
• Statement of Purpose.
• Updated Resume or CV.

Ideally a Bachelor of Science degree in computer science or math will give you the required advanced math skills to be successful in the program.

If you have a bachelor's degree in another science or discipline with advanced math skills, developing skills or work experience you can still succeed in the program.

Depending on your degree and/or experience you may need to take prerequisite courses to gain certain skills.

Please see our curriculum page for more information or talk with our Admissions Specialist who can answer your questions or connect you with faculty.

No you do not have to take the GMAT or other exam.

You can transfer up to 6 credits from another college or university pending faculty approval.

Jesuits have been educating people since 1540. Gonzaga was founded in 1887 and continues to pursue its mission of educating leaders with the capacity for reflective and critical thought.

Gonzaga's master's programs offer you the opportunity to pursue a degree that strives to educate the whole person: intellectually, spiritually, physically and emotionally.

To learn more about the Jesuit influence at Gonzaga you can go to our mission and values page.

As a Gonzaga student, you are well connected with resources to support you.

Whether it is academic, career or emotional support, Gonzaga is here to help in any capacity.

Here are some of the resources that may be offered to you:

• Graduate Student Services
• Academic Advising
• Career & Professional Development services for life
• Health & Well-Being

 

Every class is designed by our Gonzaga faculty.  Most classes are taught by faculty who have a PhD, or Master's degree and deep experience on the subject of cybersecurity.

You will not be taught by graduate or teaching assistants.

There will be up to 15 students in each class.

This will vary, depending on your learning style and your course load.

However, most students dedicate approximately 15 to 20 hours per week towards coursework. This may fluctuate up and down.

During a week with a major paper or project due, you might spend more time on coursework than other weeks.

Tuition is $1,400 per credit.

The M.S. in Cybersecurity is a 30 credit program.

Tuition does not cover fees, books or other materials required by this program.

While there is not a specific scholarship attached to this program, you can learn more about other scholarship opportunities on our tuition and financing page.

You have several ways to finance your M.S. in Cybersecurity including employer tuition reimbursement, Federal Financial Aid, scholarships and payment plans.

You can find more options on our tuition and financing page.