Review the information below to successfully submit your MSISPM application
The Master of Science in Information Security Policy and Management (MSISPM) program has multiple tracks emphasizing multidisciplinary thinking, teamwork, and leadership development through specialized academic pathways, experiential learning, and co-curricular programming. Some tracks have different application requirements, so it is important for you to review the information below regarding the application deadline and requirements before you begin your online application.
If you’re looking for MSISPM program overview, including information regarding curriculum, experiential learning, scholarships and financial aid, or career outcomes, please visit the MSISPM main page.
Before you begin your online application, please carefully review the information below.
MSISPM is a STEM-designated degree program. Students enrolled in the program are eligible for 24-month OPT STEM extension. For more information, visit the Office of International Education’s website.
The final admission application deadline in order to be considered for all of our scholarship and fellowship support is January 10, but we will continue to accept applications after the deadline as long as space remains in the incoming class. To submit the application, you’ll need to do the following:
Supporting materials (transcripts, test scores, recommendations) can arrive after the deadline without negatively impacting your admission decision or scholarship review. Applications are reviewed after all required materials have been received. Certain scholarship awards may be limited for applications received after the deadline. Please contact the Office of Admissions if you are interested in submitting an application after the published deadline.
Before you begin the online application process, please carefully review the list of application requirements and admission criteria for the Master of Science in Information Security Policy and Management (MSISPM) program.
The Admissions Committee takes a holistic approach to reviewing applications, and we will complete the review of your application after we have received all of your application materials.
Students who do not meet the basic quantitative skills requirements prior to applying for admission may be required to enroll in and successfully complete the Quantitative Skills Summer Program (QSSP) prior to their enrollment at Heinz College. QSSP is available online during the summer prior to enrolling at Heinz College (no tuition is charged). QSSP classes cover applied algebraic/pre-calculus and problem application, graphing, basic statistics and probability, spreadsheets, and statistical software skills.
QSSP is comprised of two classes in which students will earn two distinct grades. In order to successfully complete QSSP and be eligible to enroll in the master’s program at Heinz College to which they are conditionally accepted, students must earn a grade of B or better (80%) in each of the classes.
Please note that when we require QSSP attendance, we are very confident in your potential for success at Heinz College. Admission provisions are made in the interest of ensuring a smooth transition into our graduate programs, with the goal of optimizing your academic success.
Applicants can opt to obtain admission to either the MSISPM or Pitt Law JD program prior to the first year of study at either school.
Applicants can opt to obtain admission to either the MSISPM or Pitt Law JD program (or both) prior to the first year of study at either school, and/or apply to the second school during their first year of study.
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