MS in Cyber Security
Bay Atlantic University is a Washington DC based private, non-profit University that offers the very best in higher education programs to US and international students at its centrally located campus, just a short walk from the White House.
BAU undergraduate and graduate programs are taught by a first-class faculty of scholar-practitioners. They are all seasoned professionals and policy experts –be it in government, international institutions or the private sector. As recognized leaders in their fields, they are closely involved in all relevant policy debates in Washington and across the globe. As a result, in the classroom, they are able to connect theory to practice. Thanks to this quality of instruction, Bay Atlantic University students have the unique opportunity to become members of a closely-knit community of global citizens.
Bay Atlantic University not only believes in the power of education, but believes strongly in researching, developing, and strengthening your career skills and values. BAU provides numerous workshops and resources that will put you in a position to get a head start on the world around you. We cultivate personal development to ensure each and every person comes out a great student, and an extraordinary individual. We provide the insight and the tools to dive into your career interests, research your goals, plan your approach, and take control of the job market when you move on to bigger and better things.
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Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Cyber Security MS will prepare students for job titles such as Cryptographer, forensic expert, incident reporter, penetration tester, security administrator, security analyst, security architect, security auditor, security consultant, security director, security engineer, security manager, security software developer, security specialist, security code auditor, vulnerability auditor, and Network Security Engineer.
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Contact our PSA counselor for more information
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
IELTS = 6
TOEFL (PBT, CBT, IBT) = 500, 214, 80
TOEIC = 700
Duolingo = 90
Pearson (PTE) = 53
BAU English Proficiency Test = 75 (only offered on-campus)
Mentora College ESL Program = Pass 500C Course
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
45720 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 45 USD