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Master of Science in Applied Information Technology - Information Security and Assurance (STEM) Study Group - Towson University Study Group - Towson University, USA

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USD 11726

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 45 Waived

Application Fee

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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70%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Applied information technology (AIT) is the study, design, development, implementation and support of information systems to solve the major challenges in today's work environment. Graduate students in the applied information technology master’s degree program can update and enhance their skills in a full range of areas, including systems development, IT project management and business analysis. This program may be completed 100% online.

Students complete the requirements for one or more graduate certificates as they work toward completing their degrees. These graduate certificate programs are applied programs that focus on the most relevant and timely topics in the field, including:

Information Security and Assurance - implement and support computer-based information systems with a focus on securing information

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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 15 Days

Program Format Hybrid

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Aug 2025

Closed

Jan 2025, Aug 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree in information technology, computer science, computer information systems or a related field who will enter the program for advanced studies; students who have a bachelor's degree in a field not listed above who are already employed in the IT field and are seeking additional academic studies for professional growth or career advancement; and students who have a bachelor's degree in disciplines other than IT who are seeking preparation for careers in this field.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    57 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    115 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    70% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    11726

    Tuition Fee
    (USD)

    USD 45 Waived

    Application Fee
    (USD)

    16000 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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    Scholarships

    Towson University has extended the deadlines for their $1,000 USD scholarship opportunities for Fall 2025!

    New Scholarship Deadlines

    •Towson University: Confirm enrollment by 16 May 2025

    Towson University Scholarship Details

    Graduate students who are admitted to Towson University for Fall 2025 will be awarded a $1,000 USD scholarship offer and must confirm their place by 16 May 2025.

    • No additional application required.
    • Open to graduate students except for those enrolling in the Applied Information Technology MS programme.
    • Available for Year 1 only; applied as a credit to the student’s account: $500 USD for Fall 2025 and $500 USD for Spring 2026.
    • May not be combined with any other scholarships or discounts for Year 1 (students may apply for other TU-based funding for Year 2).
    • If a student is awarded a scholarship for Fall 2025 but receives a visa denial and decides to defer to Spring 2026, TU will honor the scholarship award for one deferral only.

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