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Leah Bittner

“The SMSU RN to BSN Program does not have you take a set amount of credits each semester. This flexible scheduling was perfect for me as it allowed me to vary the amount of credits I took each semester. I would have struggled without that flexibility as I am a non-traditional student who is also a wife, mother of four, and worked full time while completing my degree. This program is designed to fit into your life, whether you want to be a full-time or part-time student.”

Leah Bittner, '22 Alum
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M.S. Cybersecurity Program

Program Benefits

  • Take flexible classes with fully online or hybrid learning options
  • Study at your own pace based on what works best for you
  • 2.75 GPA minimum and no computer science degree required
  • Complete 10 courses (30 credit hours) in as little as two years
  • Transfer up to nine credits from previous courses
  • Enter an industry with strong growth and job security
  • Practice real-world skills in safe, hands-on lab environments
  • Military Benefits - GI Bill™ and VA education benefits accepted
  • Financial aid is available for qualified students
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About the Program

Southwest Minnesota State University offers a Fully Online and Hybrid Master of Science (MS) in Cybersecurity. This innovative master's program does not require a bachelor's degree in computer science, but it will engage students in an extensive 30-credit hour curriculum that covers everything from writing high-quality, secure software to integrating security into corporate information systems. To prepare for this program, students should familiarize themselves with fundamental programming and computer networking concepts using readily available online educational resources.

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Program Requirements:

Cybersecurity students are required to have a 2.75 GPA for admission into the program. If your GPA is under the requirement, you may still qualify for provisional admission by demonstrating your skills and abilities within your application. Provisional admission does require students to attain a 3.0 GPA in their first semester.

View the course requirements within our academic catalog.

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Cori Ann Dahlager
Director of School of Graduate Studies

If you are looking to continue your education, consider SMSU. We offer six plus master's degrees and many different licensures and certificates that will provide you with the next steps to enhance your career.

Please feel free to contact me at Graduatestudies@smsu.edu to get started. 



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