Overview

Cyber security skills are in high demand, yet there aren’t enough professionals who offer them. It’s estimated that more than 1 million cyber security jobs worldwide remain unfilled, with more than 200,000 in the United States.

We pride ourselves in being a pioneer in the field of cyber security, with more than two decades at the forefront of research and education.

The Cyber Studies PhD programme from the University of Tulsa is designed to combine hands-on and project-based learning experiences with faculty expertise in wide-ranging fields, allowing you to cultivate broader perspectives and gain technical and non-technical skill.

Key Facts

Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in the discipline’s foundational areas by successfully completing coursework in cyber security, networking, data analysis, and a disciplinary specialization relevant to cyber studies;

Create and advance the body of scientific knowledge in cyber topics by writing and submitting scholarly papers to peer-reviewed conference proceedings and journals;

Demonstrate research skills and professional behavior consistent with the scholarly cyber scientific community.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Network Security Concepts and Applications

Research Methods in Cyber Studies

Research Seminar in Cyber Studies

Interdisciplinary Seminar in Cyber Studies

Cyber Security

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Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00

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Applications for most graduate programs are reviewed on a rolling basis. Admission is offered for the fall, spring and summer semesters.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

72 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tulsa, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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General requirements

A completed Graduate School application
$60 application fee
Transcripts from all universities attended
Statement of Purpose (admission essay).
2 – 3 letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your academic potential.
GRE General Test results
International students who studied at a university outside of the U.S. should submit TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, or Pearson English International Test results.

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Tuition Fees

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26532 USD / year

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Out-of-State

26532 USD / year

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In-State

26532 USD / year

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Additional Details

Tuition fee for 10 credits per year

Living costs

Tulsa

United States

933 - 1447 USD / month

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