Choosing Between Online and On-Campus
The Master of Science in Cybercrime is a fully online program designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of major issues in criminology as it relates to cybercrime. Students will master current criminology theory as it relates to the social and behavioral aspects of cybercrime, learn investigative methodologies and tools, and develop skills to apply digital forensic science to cybercrime investigations.
The Master of Science in Cybercrime at USF is unique in the following ways:
- 100% online
- 30 credit hours
- No computer science prerequisites
- No GRE required
- Can be completed in one year with full-time enrollment
Students can choose one or both concentrations in this master’s program. The cyber criminology concentration is a traditional criminology-styled program that focuses on theory and research. In contrast, the digital forensic investigations concentration is a STEM-based program that leads to employment opportunities in both civilian and government organizations working on investigating cybercrimes. Neither concentration requires a background in computer science.
For more information on degree requirements and courses, please refer to the catalog.
USF MS in Cybercrime and MA in Criminology
There are unique benefits to both studying online and studying on campus. Explore the differences between the online MS in Cybercrime and classroom-based MA in Criminology programs.
| Online MS in Cybercrime | Classroom-Based MA in Criminology | ||
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| FL Resident and Non-Resident | FL Resident | Non-Resident | |
| Tuition cost per credit hour | $575 x 30 credit hours | $436 x 33 credit hours | $882 x 33 credit hours |
| Total program tuition cost | $17,250 | $14,388 | $29,106 |
| Total program tuition cost estimates do not include application fees, late fees, registration fees, educational resources (e.g., textbooks, etc.) or the one-time new graduate student fee. | |||
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Please note: With the exception of the Department of Children and Family (DCF) waivers, all other waivers (including State of Florida and USF employee) are not accepted for Self-Funded/Self-Supporting or Market Rate Tuition program courses. For additional information, visit: USF Tuition Waiver |
To learn more about the classroom-based program tuition fees per credit hour, please visit: USF Tuition and Fee Information *Some fees may vary per campus location. For additional financial aid info, visit: https://www.usf.edu/financial-aid |
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Erin Nolan
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Elizabeth Ruiz
Cybercrime Program Specialist
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Tampa FL, 33620
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R. LeGrande Gardner, PhD
Program Director, MS Cybercrime Degree
Associate Professor of Instruction, Criminology Department
University of South Florida,
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