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School of Business, Technology, and Health Care Administration
Online MS in Information Assurance and Cybersecurity program
Put your analytical mindset and creative problem-solving talents to work in cyberspace. Our program offers you opportunities to develop diverse skills for safeguarding critical data and managing operations in today’s digital landscape.
A flexible MS in Information Assurance and Cybersecurity
Keeping information secure is a vital task for organizations today. Our program is designed to help you build the skills and knowledge you need to pursue your goals in this field, with the added convenience and flexibility of online learning. The advisory board for the School of Business, Technology, and Health Care Administration helps confirm that our programs offer our students exposure to core disciplines and opportunities for specialization.
MS in Information Assurance and Cybersecurity program overview
This flexible online program is designed to help you build skills to assess information security risks, as well as develop and implement solutions to safeguard information assets and enterprise IT infrastructures.
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation and recognitions provide assurance that we meet standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, student services and fiscal stability. See all our accreditations and recognitions.
Capella University has been designated by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance/Cybersecurity (CAE IA/CD).
Why Capella?
- Cost & savings
- Quality curriculum
- Student experience
- Flexibility
Reduce your tuition by $2,500
Enroll in a qualified program and apply for a $2,500 Capella Progress Reward scholarship to help fund your master's degree.*
Eligibility rules and exclusions apply. Connect with us for details.
Save with credit for prior learning
You could potentially save* $14,250 on your Master of Science in Information Assurance and Cybersecurity in the GuidedPath learning format with your CISSP® – Certified Information Systems Security Professional. See what you could save on your degree.
*Exclusions and conditions apply. Additional fee of $50 assessed each quarter you request documented credit.
Scholarships & grants
Capella scholarships and federal grants are funds that you don’t have to pay back.
*Eligibility rules and exclusions apply. Connect with us for details.
Ways to save
Distinguished faculty
Capella University faculty understand the needs of working adults who are pursuing a degree. They’re on a mission to change how higher education works, and they are dedicated to a teaching method based on:
- A fundamental belief in the power of human potential
- Passion for their fields and online learning
- A commitment to connecting with students through expert feedback
- Dedication to regularly inspire students to be successful
- The drive to go the extra mile for students and for Capella
MS in Information Assurance and Cybersecurity outcomes
The Master of Science in Information Assurance and Cybersecurity degree program is designed to help prepare students to assess information security risks and develop and implement solutions to safeguard the information assets and enterprise IT infrastructures of organizations. This degree program helps prepare students to pursue their goals in the field of information security.
Financing support
- Assistance with the financial aid process
- Scholarships, transfer credits and credit for prior learning
Academic support
- One-on-one enrollment and advising support
- Writing Center, online library and tutoring services
- Expert faculty with real-world knowledge
Additional support resources
- Resume help, interview prep and employer database of job listings
- Cybersecurity center for resources, news and events
- One-on-one career coaching
- Learner and Alumni Networking Platform to connect in your field
24/7 courseroom access
Access your coursework anytime, anywhere, to work on it as it suits your schedule. Weekly deadlines and regular check-ins help you stay motivated and on track.
Benefits of online learning
Our GuidedPath learning format offers structured learning with the flexibility of 24/7 access to the courseroom. Set deadlines help you stay focused and motivated. You’ll engage with peers for weekly discussion posts, and instructors provide regular check-ins and feedback on assessments. Courseload per term is also up to you with guidance from dedicated support staff.
Structured for your success
Access courses in an online courseroom, where instructors present engaging interactive learning experiences and guide weekly discussions. The online learning format gives you more flexibility to study on your time – just meet your deadlines and communicate with your instructors and peers.
Additional benefits of a flexible education
MS in Information Technology program insights
Specializations
“The best parts of Capella to me were the flexibility of the programs and the awesome faculty. I could continually work on my degrees whenever I could sneak away moments, and with a new family (3 boys under 3) that could be at any hour of the day. My instructors were more than teachers, they were also mentors, and I am still connected with many of them today.”
Dr. Compton Moore
BS, MS & DIT Alumni
Actual Capella graduate who agreed to appear in our promotional materials.
91%
of alumni agree that Capella faculty were well qualified and did a good job.
Alumni Outcomes Survey, 2023–2024, point of graduation
“Capella has awakened something in me to want to reach further than I ever thought I could. What I have been able to achieve with Capella has made me feel nothing can hold you back but yourself.”
Lisa English Dowdell
BS, MS & DIT Alumni
Actual Capella graduate who agreed to appear in our promotional materials.
81%
of Capella faculty have doctorates.
Capella University Fact Sheet, as of November 1, 2022
89%
of alumni are satisfied with their Capella education.
Alumni Outcomes Survey, 2023–2024, point of graduation
93%
of alumni agree Capella provided the flexibility they needed to pursue their degrees.
Alumni Outcomes Survey, 2023–2024, point of graduation
Frequently asked questions
Applicants to the MS in Information Assurance and Cybersecurity program must provide the following information for admission:
- An admission application – no application fee required
- A bachelor’s degree from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or from an internationally recognized institution
- Your official bachelor’s transcripts, with a minimum grade point average of 2.3 or higher on a 4.0 scale
- A background acknowledgement form that indicates your technology degree or relevant work requirements for this program
- A valid, government-issued form of photo identification
GRE and GMAT are not required for admission.
International applicants will be subject to additional admission requirements.
View full admission requirements for each specialization: Digital Forensics, Health Care Security, Network Defense
The Capella University online MS in Information Assurance and Cybersecurity degree program is designed to elevate your fundamental skills and establish your expertise in assessing information security risks and developing and implementing solutions to safeguard information assets and enterprise IT infrastructures.
As technology evolves, it brings new opportunities and potential threats like cyberattacks and data loss. Auditing risks and securing digital information are now more crucial than ever. Learn what skills are in demand in this field and how you can earn your degree.
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In the MS in Information Assurance and Cybersecurity degree program you’ll examine the technical and managerial controls critical to the success of an information assurance program, including security fundamentals; network, operating system and application security; information security ethics, laws and regulations; risk assessment and management and planning. This degree program helps prepare learners to pursue their goals in the field of information security.
The MS in Information Assurance and Cybersecurity at Capella University is offered online exclusively. The program is available in the GuidedPath learning format.
Learn more about the Capella student experience and explore what additional support resources we offer to help you find and succeed in your degree program.
Curious what earning your degree online may look like? Here are eight benefits of online learning.
- Learn with structure or on your schedule
- Communication options to meet your needs
- 24/7 course access
- Resources at your fingertips
- Personalized support
- Online student community
- Materials delivered all at once
- Learning formats that make sense
Continue reading, Eight reasons to choose online education >>
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