Boost Your Career with a Degree from UT Austin
Study online or in-person.
Classes meet two days per month (one Friday & Saturday)
Graduate in 21 months.
Five consecutive semesters -
Two courses per semester
Tuition cost is $45,000.
For part-time students -
Full-time option available
The Master of Science in Information Security and Privacy (MSISP) is the nation’s premier professional degree program for those seeking employment or advancement in management or executive roles in information security and privacy. The Center for Identity joined with The University of Texas School of Information (ranked among the Top 5 in the U.S.) to offer this unique interdisciplinary program bringing together law, public policy, communications, technology and the social sciences. The MSISP delivers a 360-degree perspective of information security and privacy not available through existing programs in cybersecurity and information assurance.
No GRE/GMAT scores required
Classes meet in-person or online two days per month (Friday and Saturday 8am-5pm CT)
Admissions for Fall 2025 start on October 1, 2024
No course or major requirements for admissions into the MS ISP degree program.
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Admissions Overview
Learn more about the MSISP Admissions process and requirements. Qualified applicants will demonstrate a substantial interest in understanding and improving the issues surrounding information security and privacy.
Application Instructions
Please visit our How-To-Apply page for detailed application instructions and to start your online application. For additional admissions information, including application dates and deadlines, please visit our Admissions page.
International Applicants
If you are interested in studying full-time under an F1 or J1 visa, please visit our admissions page for detailed information on the requirements. We recommend making an appointment with an enrollment advisor before applying.
Program Benefits
TOP-TIER FACULTY FROM ACROSS CAMPUS
Approach information studies through a broad, cross-disciplinary lens, with insights from both industry experts and faculty from a variety of UT Austin colleges, including: School of Information, McCombs School of Business, Cockrell School of Engineering, College of Liberal Arts, and Moody College of Communication.
CAREER GROWTH AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Join and excel in one of the fastest growing fields in today’s marketplace. As valuable leaders in an emerging discipline that impacts a wide range of industries, government and law enforcement, MS ISP graduates are in high demand.
NATIONAL CENTER OF EXCELLENCE
The Center for Identity, which produces the MSISP program together with The School of Information, is a national center of excellence for research, education, and outreach in identity management, security, and privacy. Center for Identity research and partnerships inform the program curriculum and benefit students.