Mercy University
M.S. in Computer Science and Cybersecurity
Open to those who love dissecting code.
Overview
Students attending Mercy University may be able to receive reimbursement of the Bridge program fees.
For more information about Computer Science please contact Narasim Banavara at nbanavara@mercy.edu.
For more information about Cybersecurity please contact John Yoon at jyoon@mercy.edu.
Master of Science in Computer Science
Mercy University's 30-credit M.S. in Computer Science equips students with cutting edge knowledge and tools to solve data science and software development problems. The program starts by providing fundamental computer science theories that make skilled practice possible.
Students in the program are able to choose from a specialization in data science or software development. The data science track focuses on analyzing data and solving problems using the scientific method. The software development track allows students to create user-focused programs, apps, games and more.
We help our students gain the Mercy Advantage:
- Flexibility – Courses can be taken on-campus at our Dobbs Ferry, Bronx, or Manhattan Campuses, online or a hybrid of the two
- Speed – Program can be completed in as little as one year, with part-time options for one and a half years and two years.
- Support – PACT Mentorship program – our nationally recognized mentorship program ensures that every Mercy graduate student receives guidance and support for their academic and professional pursuits.
Master of Science in Cybersecurity
Mercy University's 30-credit Cybersecurity, M.S. program prepares students with the technical and analytical skills to secure digital media, to defend cyber infrastructure, and become high-tech cyber professionals. There are nearly 300,000 open cybersecurity jobs in the United States, a rapidly growing field in need of talented students.
Students from the Mercy University program are recruited to the National Security Agency (NSA) and the federal and local governments, financial and medical industries, and leading IT companies. The Mercy Cybersecurity Program is designated as one of the Centers for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security.
We help our students gain the Mercy Advantage:
- Cutting edge and updated techniques - Our students are taught leading-edge techniques with new platforms and coding/defense methods.
- Flexibility - Courses can be taken on-campus at our Dobbs Ferry, Bronx, or Manhattan Campuses, online, or a hybrid of the two
- Speed – The program can be completed in as little as 18 months
- State-of-the-Art facilities – We have high tech labs at our Dobbs Ferry and Manhattan Campuses with up to date technology.
- Hands-on experience – Students have opportunities for small group trainings, hackathon competitions, and local/national cyber skills competitions