Looking for a Masters in Information Assurance/Security

It is a good program, but it is more into Network Security than Information Security. DePaul University is a good school, it is ranked #134 National tier 1 school. Besides, if you could make good relationship with the faculty, you can get into their Ph.D with limited residency.

---Maybe it helps you to confuse your friends with DePaw University.

 

How are you liking Nova?

 

Nova is a great school with decent reputation. It is ranked Tier 2 school in the nation, and I really like it. However, I would not limit myself if there are other better school than Nova. At this point, Nova is the only highest ranking school for Ph.D in Technology out there via distance learning along with Indiana State University's Ph.D in Technology Management.

I am also thinking to switch to Columbia University's Doctor of Engineering Science in Computer Science w/ Computer Security; however, the price is too expensive (over $5,000.00 per course).

Nova Southeastern University's library is the largest any libraries in the state of Florida. It is also the home training for the Miami Dolphins. Good alumni association, and good staffs.

Since at the Master level, there are many choices...I would recommend you to stay with top 100 schools in term of ranking.

BTW, Is there any reason you're not for Brandeis University's program?

 

I'll have to keep that in mind, regarding Nova.

Brandeis is still on my list; I was just sort of looking for a thesis experience. It is a very good school, and I am a fan of its ranking (32nd if I'm not mistaken), and do like the courses for the program.

 

Has anyone gone through Regis' MSIA program, and has opinions/thoughts to share?

 

If you want to remain to be practitioner, and do not intend to be scholar; thesis is not really important. Especially out of the academia realm.

 

I know; again, it's more of a personal accomplishment for me (as if a Master's isn't enough). But I think I'd be open to forgoing the thesis.

 

Well, good luck!

 

Towson University in Maryland has a pretty good program too.

Degree Requirements - Applied Information Technology Degree Master of Science (M.S.) - Towson University

 

I think I might actually keep Capitol College under consideration. My work schedule should even out in the next few months, well before I would start. I also live in the same town as Capitol (Laurel, MD) and it would be good to actually be able to use their facilities as well.