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Requirements

• Prior Degrees:  A master of Science degree from an accredited university in the United States or an equivalent foreign institution;

• GPA: Regular admission to a doctoral program generally requires a master's degree GPA of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Applicants with a lower undergraduate GPA may be considered for regular or provisional admission based on successful engineering work experience or other credentials that demonstrate potential for success in the doctoral program.

• Transcripts: Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended are required.

• Prior Experience: Coursework or a minimum of two years' work experience in cybersecurity and/or related areas;

• Examination/Test Scores: Submission of Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores is nominally required.  However, this requirement is waived if the applicant holds an engineering degree from an ABET-accredited institution in the USA.

• Language Proficiency Requirements: TOEFL (or IELTS) scores are required for all applicants whose native language is not English, unless their BS degrees are from USA institutions.  These applicants must meet the University's admission requirements (IELTS: 6.5 or TOEFL iBT: 79). Please refer to the website for additional details.

• Résumé: A résumé or CV detailing relevant experience is required.

• Personal Statement: Each applicant must submit an essay of 500 words or fewer describing personal and academic goals, professional objectives, preparation for graduate study, and how the chosen program will help the applicant achieve these goals and objectives.

• Recommendation Letters: Two letters of recommendation must be submitted.  At least one must be from a former or current professor, and one could alternatively be from an employment supervisor. 

• Provisional Admission: Students who do not meet the above requirements may be admitted provisionally.  Only the Graduate Program Director (GPD) can waive an admission requirement.  Please contact the GPD directly if you believe you are eligible for a waiver from a requirement.  The GPD may request additional information, including GRE scores.  Provisionally admitted students may be required to complete additional prerequisites to prepare them for the graduate curriculum in their discipline.