Graduate Pathway in Cyber Security
The University of Alabama at Birmingham
The University of Alabama at Birmingham’s International Admission's Graduate Pathway program in Cybersecurity will prepare you to enter the first year of a master’s degree program.
Complete your Graduate Pathway and meet the requirements to continue to your first year of graduate study at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Key Information
- Graduate on time and on schedule with a graduate admission route that leads to a master's degree.
- Earn a Pathway I-20 that reflects language learning and your degree program.
- Benefit from tutoring, personalized academic support and cultural support. These services are all included in your tuition.
- Consult with our Pre-arrival Success Services (PASS) team for any questions about the visa process.
- Access pre-arrival support designed around you – from booking your flight to coordinating your arrival.
Age Requirement
16
Academic Requirements
Minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale; 4-year bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. Previous coursework required: Introduction to Programming, Object-Oriented Programming, Calculus I, Calculus IIEnglish Language Requirements
TOEFL 65, IELTS 5.5, PTEA 46, Duolingo 95, TOEFL Essentials 7.0, Completion of Academic English Level 42026 Fall Start (August)
Degree start date : 19th August 2026 - Degree end date: 30th April 2027
- Semester 1 fall: 19th August 2026 - 11th December 2026
- Semester 2 spring: 6th January 2027 - 30th April 2027
2027 Spring Start (January)
Degree start date : 6th January 2027 - Degree end date: 13th August 2027
- Semester 1 spring: 6th January 2027 - 30th April 2027
- Semester 2 summer: 5th May 2027 - 13th August 2027
2027 Summer Start (May)
Degree start date : 5th May 2027 - Degree end date: 10th December 2027
- Semester 1 summer: 5th May 2027 - 13th August 2027
- Semester 2 fall: 18th August 2027 - 10th December 2027
Estimated cost of attendance
Tuition fee
$ 33,470.00
Approximate cost
$ 33,470.00
Detailed pricing breakdown coming soon
Degree Program Components
30 credit hour degree program 12 credit hours apply from Pathway 18 credit hours remaining toward degree
Credit Number
Sample Classes Title
Credit Units
Semester 1
Semester 2
Notes
- * These courses are generally delivered through the INTO Center and are for Pathway students only. Students must maintain 2.0 GPA per semester to remain in good academic standing.
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