Saint Peter's University 
2641 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07306, United States

Saint Peter's University is a private Jesuit university in Jersey City, New Jersey. Founded as Saint Peter's College in 1872 by the Society of Jesus, the university offers over 60 undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 2,000 undergraduate and 1,359 graduate students.

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Cyber security is perhaps the most important topic in computer science today. Demand for cyber security professionals has exploded, both here in the US and globally, in the private and public sectors alike. Become one of these sought-after professionals with a Master’s in Cyber Security from Saint Peter’s University. In as little as a year and a half, you’ll learn how to defend information systems from cyber attacks, how to recover compromised systems, how to architect secure systems and so much more.

Our state-of-the-art Cyber Security Center was designed in collaboration with the National Cyber Security Center of Excellence, offering you a real-world learning environment unlike any other.

Our faculty are experts in blockchain and cryptocurrency. Students work on research projects with cutting-edge blockchain and cryptotechnologies. We host a range of events and programs to promote the knowledge of blockchain and cryptocurrency.

Join the battle against cyber threats and help make the world a safer, more secure place.

https://www.saintpeters.edu/academics/graduate-programs/master-of-science-in-cyber-security/

  1. A completed graduate program application (online or paper).

  2. A baccalaureate degree (preferred major in computer science, mathematics, engineering, physics, business, or criminal justice) conferred by a regionally accredited U.S. institution or the foreign equivalent as determined by an approved international evaluation service. It is recommended that students have a strong background in programming and information technology. Additionally, students with prior work experience in the information technology field will also be considered for the program.

  3. Official undergraduate transcript evidencing an earned Bachelor’s degree.

  4. A minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is preferred.

  5. A current resume.

  6. Two letters of recommendation from individuals acquainted with the applicant’s academic and/or professional experience and his/her potential to successfully complete a graduate program.

  7. A personal statement of 500 words describing why the applicant desires this particular degree. The statement should demonstrate:

    1. Strong writing skills

    2. An expressed desire to work in the represented field

    3. A strong ability to reason

    4. Commitment to completing the degree

  8. Admission requirements for international students are as follows:

    1. Official scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum score of 550 on the written exam, a minimum of 213 on the computer-based exam or a minimum of 79 on the internet-based exam will be accepted.

  9. An interview may be requested, pending admission materials and qualifications. (Skype or in-person can be arranged)

All documents should be sent to:

Saint Peter’s University
Attn: Graduate and International Admissions
2641 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

Please feel free to call the Office of Graduate and International Admissions at (201) 761-6470 with any questions.

https://www.saintpeters.edu/academics/graduate-programs/master-of-science-in-cyber-security/admission-requirements/

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  • Academic transcripts with English Translation from all high schools attended. Transcripts must be sent directly from your secondary school, university or an EducationUSA advisor. If you are using the Common Application for submission, items should be uploaded to the Common Application but may be scanned, faxed or mailed if they are coming directly from your secondary school, university or an EducationUSA advisor.
  • Transfer students must provide official transcripts from all previously attended colleges or universities in addition to proof of secondary school completion. Transcripts from colleges and universities outside the United States must be evaluated by a NACES member company, such as WES, ECE, EP, IEE or SpanTran for evaluation. Evaluations must be sent directly from the NACES evaluation provider.
    • Students must select Course-by-Course evaluation for WES, ECE, IEE, EP, etc.
    • For those that choose SpanTran, please choose the Divisional Course Analysis and use the SpanTran application for Saint Peter’s University for a discount.
    • For those that choose IEE, please use their application for Saint Peter’s University for a discount.
    • Proof of English proficiency (one of the following scores must be sent directly from the testing agency).
      • TOEFL 79 IBT or IELTS 6.5 (overall)
      • Pearson PTE Academic 53
      • TOEFL may be waived per Dean of International Enrollment. In lieu of a TOEFL or IELTS score, students may use SAT or ACT test scores to satisfy the English Language Requirement (SAT 510 on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Section or ACT English & Writing with a minimum score of 19 in each section).
        • Our SAT and TOEFL code is 2806.
        • Our ACT code is 2604.
      • Completion of ELS Language Center course with a score of 112, Kaplan Advanced Level or FLS Language Center level 15.
    • Short essay or personal statement (included in the application but may be sent separately).
    • One letter of recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor, school official, coach, or community service coordinator.

https://www.saintpeters.edu/international/apply-to-an-undergraduate-program/

 

 

In addition to a completed graduate application, students must provide the following for review:

  • Earned a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college/university or international equivalent.
  • Academic transcripts with English Translation from all colleges and universities attended.
  • Credential Evaluations may be requested on a case by case basis. Only a NACES member company such as WES, ECE, EP, IEE, or SpanTran may be used.
  • Proof of English proficiency (one of the following scores must be sent directly from the testing agency).
    • TOEFL 79 IBT or TOEFL Essentials 8.5 Our ETS code for TOEFL is 2806
    • IELTS 6.5 (overall).
    • Pearson PTE Academic 53
    • Duolingo English Test: 120 or above
    • Students who do not meet the above scores are required to complete an interview with their respective program director.
  • Personal statement (500) words or more.
  • 2–3 recommendation letters.
  • Résumé. Additional criteria may be required depending on the program/degree.

 

https://www.saintpeters.edu/international/apply-to-a-graduate-program/

Term              Term Start Date    Application Deadline     Deposit Deadline

Winter 2024

Trimester    November 20, 2024    September 27, 2024    October 18, 2024

Spring 2025 Semester(Professional Hybrid only) 

                 January 21, 2025            November 25, 2024    December 2, 2024

Spring 2025 Trimester               

              February 24, 2025             December 20, 2024      January 10, 2025

Summer 2025 Trimester             

              May 19, 2025                      March 14, 2025                April 11, 2025

Fall 2025 Trimester                   

              September 2, 2025            July 21, 2025                      July 28, 2025

https://www.saintpeters.edu/international/international-applicants/