UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MSCM
The Master of Science in Cybersecurity Management (MSCM) program at the David Eccles School of Business is designed to deliver the required knowledge, leadership, and real-world experience to fulfill the growing information security needs of modern-day businesses.
CURRICULUM
Format: Full-time or part-time
Semester Start: Fall or spring
Length: 18 months
• Technical Topics Covered:
• Data
• Leadership
ADMISSIONS DEADLINES
Domestic:
Priority: September 3
Final: December 23
Fall
Priority: May 1
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Business Career Services: Students recieve professional career management services and an MSCM senior career coach to provide students with guidance on all aspects of building a great career.
MCSM Capstone: In place of a Master's thesis, students complete a capstone project as the culmination of their degree.
STEM Designated Program: As a STEM program, international students starting with an F-1 visa are eligible for up to 36 months of post-graduation OPT.
International:
Final: April 1 Spring Spring
Priority: August 30
Final: October 1
Fall
Priority: February 3
Final: August 9
CAREER OUTCOMES
Average Starting Salary: $109,935*
Placement Rate: 93%
*base + variable salary
In-Demand Expertise: One in three jobs in cybersecurity remains unfilled due to a talent shortage.
CLASS PROFILE
Employed at Staart of Program: 33%
Non-Business Major: 50%
Class Size: 35-45
Average GPA: 3.3
TUITION
Resident: $37,500
Non-Resident: $45,000
Applications are open — apply now!
INTERNATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• A completed 4-year bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
• A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Proof of English language proficiency through one of the following exams:
• TOEFL (computer version only) with a minimum score of 90
• IELTS Academic with a minimum score of 7.0
• Duolingo with a minimum score of 115
• Two letters of recommendation (recommendations from friends and family are not accepted)
• A short essay
• A 1-minute video essay
• A professional résumé
• Application fee: $65 for early applicants
• Seat fee: A $300 deposit, which secures your spot in the program and is applied toward your first semester's tuition
