Master in Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance (Master's)

Tuition is Tuition is $650 per credit hour for the Cybersecurity (MS) programme..

Students engage in technical defense projects, vulnerability research, and enterprise security engineering through online labs and case studies. The programme emphasizes applied problem solving in real-world cybersecurity scenarios using frameworks from NIST, NSA, and ISC². Coursework includes cyber investigation, data analytics, and risk analysis with a focus on leadership in security roles. Graduates develop skills to protect systems and respond to cyber threats in professional environments.

Focus areas include Cyber Engineering, Managerial Risk Analysis, Cyber Investigation, Cyber Data Analytics, Homeland Security, Enterprise Security Engineering.

The programme requires 30 credit hours of coursework, delivered entirely online, with no thesis or capstone requirement.

Graduates enter roles such as IT Analyst, Cybersecurity Specialist, and Risk Analyst in private sector and government organizations.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in a related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Required documents include official transcripts and a statement of purpose.

The programme totals about 30 credit hours. 100% online, full-time or part-time, typical duration is 1.5 to 2 years. For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 97% of applicants.

Thomas College is located in Waterville, Maine, on a 120-acre residential campus. With 672 undergraduate students, the college offers an environment where students are known by name, with an average class size of 17 and a 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Campus life includes housing, dining, health and wellness services, counseling, 30 student organizations, and 27 athletic programs.

Academic options cover business, education, global sustainability, cybersecurity, AI, mental health, health sciences, and other areas. Faculty design programs around workforce needs and connect classroom theory with practice through internships, innovation challenges, peer-led tutoring, and Career Navigators. About 70% of students complete one or more internships before graduation, giving students opportunities to build experience during their studies.

Thomas College developed its three-year bachelor's degree option through the Kiest-Morgan Scholar program and has expanded the option to nearly all academic programs. Students can also pursue a graduate degree through a one-year add-on, allowing some students to earn a bachelor's and master's degree in four years. International students can apply through the college's undergraduate or graduate admissions routes and may be eligible for scholarships and financial aid. Career preparation is a central part of the student experience, with support focused on helping graduates move into employment, graduate study, or military service.