Master of Science in Cybersecurity

A ransomware attack occurs every 14 seconds. Nearly 60% of all companies in the U.S. have experienced a security breach. Cybercrime has caused trillions of dollars in losses across the world. This growing number of threats directly impacts the demand for cybersecurity talent. The problem – organizations are finding a significant shortage of candidates who have the skills to protect organizations against cyberattacks. Now is the time to discover your path to a secure future and a rewarding career in cybersecurity.

The 100% online University of Wisconsin-Platteville Master of Science in Cybersecurity will provide you with skills that the current market demands. The program’s core curriculum addresses the fundamentals of cybersecurity, featuring courses in security planning, risk assessment, and communication. Once you complete your core courses, you will choose to pursue a unique track of study. 

This degree offers two areas of emphasis:

• Digital Forensics and Security Management: Unite digital evidence investigation with the governance and leadership needed to manage enterprise risk. Students learn how to collect and analyze digital evidence, plan and implement cybersecurity programs, and align security operations with business objectives, regulations, and incident response, building the capabilities to prevent, detect, and decisively respond to threats across the organization.
• Secure Systems Design: Ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of modern digital environments. This track explores the foundations of cryptography, secure software engineering, and system architecture, highlighting how security principles shape resilient applications and enterprise‑scale infrastructures. Students gain insight into how cryptographic tools, secure programming practices, and architectural safeguards work together to protect data and make sure the system meets the organization’s security requirements.

Earn your degree at your pace with flexible courses that fit your schedule. Total cost of the program is $28,900*. Ask your admission counselor how you can reduce this cost with transfer credits or professional credentials.

*Subject to change without notice.

Credit for Prior Learning

Has previous life experience already helped you build knowledge and skills applicable to your studies? If so, we want to recognize that, and help you save time and money in the process. Speak with an admission counselor to see if your previous experience qualifies.

Start Dates and Timelines

To ensure you are admitted for the semester you intend to start on your degree, you'll want to submit your application and supporting materials by:

• Spring: January 15
• Summer: May 15
• Fall: August 15

Academic Calendar

Find important University of Wisconsin-Platteville dates such as the beginning and end of each semester, breaks in the semester, final exams, and deadlines for dropping or adding classes using our academic calendar. Spring and fall semesters are each 16 weeks, while the summer semester is 12 weeks.

Transfer Information

UW-Platteville allows for students to transfer up to 12 credits of previously taken graduate coursework. Credits need to have been earned from a nationally or regionally accredited institution recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and approved by UW-Platteville program faculty. You’ll want to be sure to let your admission counselor know if you have earned credits previously.