Master of Science in Information Security

Frequently Asked Questions

What campuses do you offer the MS Information Security program?
The program is currently offered at our Romeoville campus.

Does my undergraduate degree need to be in computer science or management information systems?
No. Students without an educational background in computer science or MIS must simply take two additional foundation courses to get them up to speed.

Are all of your students working in IT departments?
No. Many of our students do work in company IT departments. However, many students in the program are interested in increasing their skills or preparing for a career change.

What format are courses offered?
Courses are offered in 8-week sessions. Classes typically meet one night per week from 6pm-10pm.

How many courses do students typically complete a semester?
Students in our program typically take at least one course during each of the five 8-week sessions, which means that they complete at least two courses each semester.. Some students will move more aggressively in the program, taking two courses in each of the five 8-week sessions.

Do I have to begin the degree a certain semester?
No. We offer rolling admission into the program. You can start the program five times a year: January, March, June, August, and October.

Will I gain hands-on, practical experience in this program?
Definitely. Many of the core courses are offered in the computer science lab. In addition, the technical track courses are designed to convey skills and techniques on a variety of computing platforms. Finally, the management track courses utilize case studies, most of which were drawn from actual business scenarios, to give students practice working on real problems.

Can I earn a certification through this program?
We do not confer professional certifications directly, as our aim is to provide you an opportunity to earn a graduate degree. However, our curriculum meshes well with the highly regarded CISSP certification, and the two required seminars offer training courses to prepare students to take that exam.

Can I apply for the program online?
Yes. Simply go to www.lewisu.edu/apply

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