Earn Your Master’s Degree in Cyber and Information Security from St. John’s

Gain the hands-on skills and industry connections you need to lead in today’s digital defense landscape—no matter where you are in your career.

Lead in Cyber and Information Security

Learn how our program prepares you for high-impact roles.

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Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2025 and Spring 2026!

Take the Next Step Toward a Career in Cybersecurity

Whether you're launching your cyber career or leveling up your credentials, the online Cyber and Information Security master’s degree program at St. John’s offers the flexibility, credibility, and hands-on training to help you succeed.

  • Top-ranked cybersecurity master's program—recognized by the National Security and US Department of Homeland Security as a Center of Academic Excellence” to “Recognized by the National Security Agency and US Department of Homeland Security
  • Flexible hybrid, online or in-person master’s with full or part-time options
  • State-of-the-art Cybersecurity Lab with real-world tools and simulations
  • Career-ready curriculum with capstone or thesis track, plus internship and networking opportunities
  • Competitive, merit-based scholarships available for graduate students
  • 96.6% of graduates would recommend St. John's, 91.9% had a job within six months of graduation

"This program challenges your analytical mind. It provides you with the right tools to be successful in today’s cybersecurity field and leverage for advancement in information technology management."

— Joel Ndimkora ’22MS, Information Security Manager in the Defense Industry and U.S. Army Cyber Defense Specialist

Cyber Security Center of Academic Excellence

This University-wide center has been created with the vision to provide current and future St. John’s students with cybersecurity program guidance and general information, as well as to promote collaboration and interaction with other students, faculty, and programs within St. John’s University and the cybersecurity community as a whole.

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St. John’s was ranked #8 by Spiceworks in 2022 as one of the top cyber security colleges in the United States, outranking many other well-known schools.

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Our Master’s in Cyber and Information Security program has been ranked #8 in Cybersecurity Guide's Best Programs for 2025.

Why Choose St. John’s for Cybersecurity?

NSA Designation

The M.S. program in Cyber and Information Security at St. John’s University is validated by the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the National Security Agency (NSA) as a Program of Study (PoS) in Cybersecurity through academic year 2029.

Recipient of the Inspiring Programs in STEM Award (2024)

St. John's University's M.S. in Cyber and Information Security program has been honored with the 2024 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award by INSIGHT into Diversity magazine.

Build Skills to Thrive in the Cybersecurity Field

  • Analyze complex problems and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to determine solutions.
  • Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
  • Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
  • Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
  • Function effectively as a member and leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.

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