Thinking about a career in cybersecurity but don’t have a technical background? The Align Master of Science in Cybersecurity at Northeastern University’s Khoury College of Computer Sciences is proven to deliver strong career outcomes. Start your new career in tech in just 2.5–3 years.
Top faculty who are experienced in teaching beginners guide you through two semesters of graduate bridge courses before you dive into technical coursework in cybersecurity and contextual work in law, forensics, criminology, social sciences, policy, and management. Projects with top companies and opportunities for a four-to-eight-month paid co-op position you for ideal career placement.
Launching Fall 2025
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Solve real-world problems at the top school for work experience
Northeastern is ranked #1 for co-ops and internships by U.S. News & World Report. This is just one reason the Align Master of Science in Cybersecurity is one of the best cybersecurity graduate programs for non-majors. You will tackle real-world problems during a capstone project for tech industry leaders such as Rapid7, Accenture, or Raytheon, as well as in your optional paid co-op or internship.
The D.C. metro area offers options for experiential learning with government agencies, federal research agencies, nonprofits, and Fortune 1000 and Inc. 5000 companies. Alumni are employed by Amazon, the U.S. Navy, and the U.S. Air Force as application security engineers, security analysts, cloud security engineers, and cybersecurity compliance officers.
Experiential Learning at Khoury College
Uniquely diverse and supportive environment
More than half of Align students identify as female, nearly double the national average for tech programs (fall 2023).
With everyone coming from different professional backgrounds as well, you have a truly unique cohort of peers to connect with. Peer mentors provide guidance throughout the program in addition to faculty, academic advisors, and career advisors.