New Jersey Institute of Technology Master of Science [M.S] Cyber Security and Privacy Fees, Dates, Eligibility etc.

Newark, New JerseyLocation
UniversitySchool type
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Master of Science [M.S] (Cyber Security and Privacy)

2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Ranked #301 out of 1250 by THE Global Ranking 2025

$38,436 /Yr

17 Students Applied
12 Students Admitted

Important Alert

  • Application Deadline For Spring 2026 Intake - Nov 15, 2025

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$38436

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Living Expenses$16450
Health Insurance$10187

Tuition Fee Per Credit- 2562

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2023$35262
2021$30540

Important Dates

  • NJIT accepts applications throughout the year (rolling admissions). 
  • International students are requested to apply atleast 6 months prior to the semester start date
  • Applications submitted after the stated deadlines will be considered on a space-available basis.
EventApplication Date
Application Deadline For Fall 2025 Intake May 1, 2025
Fee Deposit Deadline for Fall 2025 Intake Aug 1, 2025 - Aug 7, 2025
Application Deadline For Spring 2026 Intake Nov 15, 2025
Fee Deposit Deadline for Spring 2026 Intake Dec 15, 2025 - Dec 21, 2025

This course focuses on core areas like cryptography, risk management, network security, and ethical hacking.

This program prepares graduates for leadership roles in cybersecurity and privacy protection across various industries. 

Students will gain the skills to think strategically, critically, and analytically to navigate complex cybersecurity and privacy issues in any industry.

Students will study the latest cybersecurity tools and techniques used to defend against evolving threats.


Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Category

Details

School

Ying Wu College of Computing

Course Duration

2 years

Total Credits

30

Admission Requirements

To be considered for a master's program, you must have completed a four-year accredited Bachelor's degree, or its equivalent, and demonstrate strong academic achievement in an appropriate discipline.

English Proficiency Score

  • IELTS - A minimum score of 6.5 with no sub-score lower than 6.0 is required
  • TOEFL iBT score of 79, 213 for the computer-based TOEFL exam, 550 for the paper TOEFL exam
  • Pearson PTE - A minimum score of 57 is required
  • Duolingo - A minimum score of 120 is required

Application Fee

$75

Application Link

https://connect.njit.edu/apply/

Documents Required

  • Completed application
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
  • GRE required for all international MS applicants 
  • English proficiency score
  • 1 Letter of recommendation (optional for all Master's applicants)
  • Passport
  • Required photo(s)
  • Proof of visa fee payment
  • SEVIS I-901 fee payment receipt
  • U.S. non-immigrant visa application forms
  • NJIT acceptance letter
  • Form I-20 or DS2019 issued by NJIT
  • Test scores and academic records
  • Proof of financial support
  • Evidence of ties to your home country
  • Any other documents required by the embassy or consulate

Admissions Review

The student's application will be reviewed as soon as all required documents are received by the Admissions Office. All admission decisions are provided directly to the applicant via email and online through the application portal.


Scores Required

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

79 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

120 / 160

Avg. Score in

Duolingo

75

Application Fees

30

ECTS Credits

TOP Scholarships

Scholarship nameAward amountEligibility
Merit-based scholarshipsVariesMost require that you be a full-time student and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0.



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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
AAUW International FellowshipsScholarship per student$ 50,000/Yr$50,000Level Of StudyDoctorateTypeMerit-Based
Shardashish Interschool fellowshipScholarship per student$ 50,000/Yr$50,000Level Of StudyMasterTypeCollege-Specific
University of PhoenixScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
Novus Biological Scholarship ProgramScholarship per student$ 1,500/Yr$1,500Level Of StudyAssociateTypeMerit-Based
Forktip Women’s- Innovation ScholarshipScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
Gyandhan ScholarshipScholarship per student$ 1,207/Yr$1,207Level Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based

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