With the Katz School’s master’s in cybersecurity, you’ll develop the technological and managerial expertise to plan, implement, upgrade, monitor and audit cybersecurity protocols and procedures. You’ll master state-of-the-art technologies and practices, and you’ll get hands-on experience with threat mitigation, detection and defence in the heart of New York City—a global headquarters for cybersecurity.
Protecting an organization's information assets and technology infrastructure is critical and requires teams of cybersecurity professionals to protect against increasingly frequent attacks. Fuelling this growth is the rapid evolution of cyber threats through the expansion of mobile device usage, the Internet of Things (IoT), machine learning, artificial intelligence and drones. Additionally, evolving privacy and cybersecurity standards and regulations, such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), are driving demand for a new breed of cybersecurity professionals. Secure your place in this critical and fast-growing industry with Katz’s M.S. in cybersecurity.
Program Highlights
Gain cybersecurity know-how in systems architecture, operating systems, applications, endpoints, securing data, networking, cloud security and software development
Analyse threat landscapes and security frameworks, as well as legal compliance and audit frameworks
Develop internal and external communication strategies to promote a cybersecurity culture
Prepare for industry certifications, including CEH, CISM, CISSP, CRISC and CSSK
Gain industry experience through internships and research, as well as benefit from career support and professional networking opportunities
STEM-OPT eligible
Online Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity
In a digital world, data is one of our most valuable assets—and some will stop at nothing to exploit it. Join Katz in fighting cybercrime and enjoy the benefit of our 95% employment rate within six months of graduation.
In the fight against cybercrime, you can’t just think like a hacker—you have to think ahead of them. Built for the modern digital landscape, the online Master of Science in Cybersecurity at Yeshiva University’s Katz School of Science and Health will prepare you to anticipate and defeat online threats with confidence. Our curriculum, driven by the latest cybersecurity strategies and tools, trains you to protect organizations from vulnerabilities and harness the power of ethical hacking for good.
At YU Katz, we believe the stereotypes of cyber specialists are outdated; today’s professionals are skilled and savvy individuals who can communicate and collaborate and empower others to do the same. Not only will this program arm you with cutting-edge technical expertise, but you’ll also develop keen interpersonal skills to lead high-performing teams. From day-to-day operations to crisis mitigation, this online master’s degree in cybersecurity will help you grow into the well-rounded and respected leader employers need.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
Expected August 2025
Yeshiva University Katz School of Science and Health
205 Lexington Avenue,
6th FL,
New York,
10016, United States
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
Expected September 2025
Yeshiva University Katz School of Science and Health
205 Lexington Avenue,
6th FL,
New York,
10016, United States
Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Applicants must meet one of the following minimum requirements: TOEFL: 85; IELTS: 6.5; Duolingo: 110.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
The Katz School is where bold, purpose-driven people come to create, connect, explore and work on problems that matter.