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Technology and Business Master’s Programs for F-1 Visa Holders

Affordable and Fully Accredited

Fall 2026 Start

With industry-relevant programs, professionals looking to make the next move in their career can feel confident their work-life-study balance is manageable with our online graduate and professional programs. Courses are taught by expert faculty who combine theoretical topics with practical skills to provide a foundation for your career success.

You have added assurance through our accreditation. ¶ºÄÌÊÓÆµ is fully accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).

Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics

Master of Science

Fall 2026 Start

The global cost of cybercrime is expected to exceed $10 trillion by 2025, and that number is projected keep growing.* As the damage from cyberattacks, hacking, and ransomware incidents increases, so does the need for certified professionals to protect businesses, organizations, and public institutions. ¶ºÄÌÊÓÆµ Online’s Master’s in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics offers the advanced education and training you need to advance your career and become a leader in this critical field.

Our program prepares practicing IT professionals to combat cybercrime through training on the latest cyber forensic tools and techniques. The curriculum includes instruction in network and cloud forensics, e-discovery, incident response, and penetration testing, as well as relevant legal and theoretical topics so students can gain a holistic understanding of the environment in which they work.

  • Eligible for OPT and STEM OPT 

Gain the Skills Employers Want

Graduates of our online Master’s in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics will excel in key skills, including:

  • Interpreting and applying applicable laws and statutes
  • Collecting and preserving digital evidence
  • Identifying attack vectors and vulnerabilities
  • Analyzing and auditing information systems for signs of compromise
  • Producing professional forensic reports
  • Presenting an oral defense of forensic findings

Top Careers for Graduates

Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics graduates can purse diverse career paths, such as:

  • Chief Data Officer
  • Cyber Crime Analyst
  • Cybersecurity Analyst
  • Cybersecurity Architect
  • Cybersecurity Engineer
  • Information System Security Officer
  • IT Cybersecurity Specialist
  • Network Engineer/Architect
  • Supervisory IT Specialist

Admissions Requirements

  1. .
  2. Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in a related field (information assurance, computer science, network administration or computer security) and at least two years of related work experience or a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in an unrelated field and at least five years of experience in information technology, telecommunication systems, system administration, network management, or information assurance.
  3. Official college transcripts from all previous academic work. If the transcripts are from an institution located outside of the United States, students must submit an official course-by-course transcript evaluation from an organization that is a current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). A member list is available on the .
  4. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in past academic work.
  5. Personal statement.
  6. Proof of English Proficiency: Students must demonstrate a satisfactory level of English proficiency. Any student whose native language is not English must submit Proof of English Proficiency through one of the following methods:
    • If the student’s secondary and/or post-secondary education used English as the official medium of instruction: submit documentation such as a letter from a teacher, counselor, academic advisor, or school administrator confirming that English is the official medium of instruction at their school.
    • If the student attended a school or schools at the secondary or post-secondary level at which English was not the official medium of instruction: submit results of one of the following English proficiency tests. Required scores are as follows:
      • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) with a score of 90 or higher (internet-based) and have no individual section score lower than 20; or
      • IELTS (International English Language Testing System) with a minimum overall band score of 6.5 and no individual score lower than 6.0; or
      • Duolingo with a score of 125 or higher; or
      • Pearson Test of English with a score of 70 or higher; or
      • Cambridge English with a score of 175 or higher on B1 or B2.
    • All documentation is subject to review and additional information may be requested

Post-Acceptance Requirements

In order to receive a Form I-20, please follow the instructions below submitting each official document to the ¶ºÄÌÊÓÆµ Online Admissions Office. The following documents are due May 1 for fall admission or November 1 for spring admission.

1. Official Bank Statements: All international students holding or intending to seek an F-1 student visa must submit current official bank statement(s) signed by an official from the banking institution. Statements must be in English verifying the student’s financial resources in U.S. dollars for the total cost of attendance, including tuition and fees, other academic expenses, living expenses, and transportation for the year of intended enrollment. The current year’s Estimated Cost of Attendance Chart is listed on our Financial Aid website.

International students must show No less than $40,000 as a minimum amount in U.S. dollars.

2. Financial Resource Statement: All international students holding or intending to seek an F-1 student visa must complete the F-1 Student Declaration of Finances form and the Sponsor Commitment form if applicable.

3. SEVIS Fee: Accepted F-1 international students are responsible for paying the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) fee at fmjfee.com.

Full-time
Graduate students on an F-1 visa must take a minimum of 6 credits each semester.

Scholarships
Federal financial aid programs are available to documented U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, and some other eligible non-U.S. citizens. There are no full-tuition scholarships or separately designated scholarships for international students.

Tuition

Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics (M.S.)  

ACADEMIC YEAR 2025-2026 (Based on 12 months) 
Fall, Spring and Summer Terms: August 2025 – August 2026 

TypeCosts
Tuition* (6 credits/term; 18 annual credits) $12,816 
Living Expenses: housing and food$17,754 
Books, course materials, supplies and equipment $1,260 
Health Insurance** Cost Pending 
Personal (include clothing, telephone, transportation & miscellaneous expenses) $2,792 
TOTAL $34,622 

Tuition and Fees*

This guide reflects the breakdown of costs that will appear on the student’s Form I-20. Tuition is charged per credit hour per term.

In order to satisfy F-1 visa requirements, graduate students must be registered for a minimum of 6 credit hours per term. 

Courses

Students in the online Master’s in Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics program can choose from a variety of courses including:

  • Incident Response and Evidence Collection    
  • Malware Detection, Analysis, and Prevention    
  • Mock Intrusion and Response    
  • File Systems Forensic Analysis    
  • Windows Intrusion Forensic Investigations    

Digital Transformation and Innovation

Master of Science

Fall 2026 Start

As technology continues to evolve, businesses seek data-driven digital solutions to improve their operations and deliver greater value. ¶ºÄÌÊÓÆµ Online’s Master’s in Digital Transformation and Innovation (DTI) provides leading-edge qualifications for professionals seeking career opportunities at the intersection of technology and business.

Our Digital Transformation master’s degree program is designed for working professionals who want to further their knowledge of digital business technologies, as well as professionals and career changers who want to improve their management skills and gain a practical working knowledge of information technology.

With two distinct program tracks—Emerging Technology and Innovative Leadership—our Master’s in Digital Transformation and Innovation can help you meet your career goals.

  • Eligible for OPT and STEM OPT

Gain the Skills Employers Want

There is a need for experts who both understand digital business and can successfully implement a digital transformation strategy across their organization.

  • Analyze the external and internal environment of an organization
  • Formulate a strategy for digital transformation to create and/or maintain a competitive advantage in the industry
  • Create innovative technology solutions to optimize organizational performance
  • Communicate business information to stakeholders in varied formats
  • Demonstrate professional competencies related to contemporary business careers

Top Careers for Digital Transformational Graduates

Graduates of our Digital Transformation master’s degree can pursue a variety of careers, including:

  • Business Systems Analyst
  • Computer and Information Systems Manager
  • Digital Innovation and Transformation Manager
  • Digital Strategy Director
  • Information Technology Officer
  • IT Project Manager
  • Supply Chain Manager

Program Tracks

Emerging Technology

Students learn best practices in system planning and design and information technology (IT) project management. This program track includes Digital Transformation online courses that prepare students to: evaluate various technologies and IT architectural designs to determine their usefulness and possible impact; gauge the effectiveness of a variety of software for developing and maintaining customer relationships; assessing the software and hardware requirements of network security; and, the importance of negative or positive, they might have if implemented within the organizations.

Innovative Leadership

Building upon the principle that employees are the most valuable asset to an organization, students learn to evaluate the behaviors and practices associated with effective leadership within the IT unit of an organization. The specific Digital Transformation online courses in this program track also explore effective supply chain management strategies, customer relationship management (CRM) best practices, and innovative tools, processes, and strategies in IT management.

Admissions Requirements

  1. Completion of bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
  2. Official college transcripts from all previous academic work. If the transcripts are from an institution located outside of the United States, students must submit an official course-by-course transcript evaluation from an organization that is a current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). A member list is available on the .
  3. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in past academic work.
  4. Personal statement.
  5. Proof of English Proficiency: Students must demonstrate a satisfactory level of English proficiency. Any student whose native language is not English must submit Proof of English Proficiency through one of the following methods:
    • If the student’s secondary and/or post-secondary education used English as the official medium of instruction: submit documentation such as a letter from a teacher, counselor, academic advisor, or school administrator confirming that English is the official medium of instruction at their school.
    • If the student attended a school or schools at the secondary or post-secondary level at which English was not the official medium of instruction: submit results of one of the following English proficiency tests. Required scores are as follows:
      • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) with a score of 90 or higher (internet-based) and have no individual section score lower than 20; or
      • IELTS (International English Language Testing System) with a minimum overall band score of 6.5 and no individual score lower than 6.0; or
      • Duolingo with a score of 125 or higher; or
      • Pearson Test of English with a score of 70 or higher; or
      • Cambridge English with a score of 175 or higher on B1 or B2.
    • All documentation is subject to review and additional information may be requested

Post-Acceptance Requirements

In order to receive a Form I-20, please follow the instructions below submitting each official document to the ¶ºÄÌÊÓÆµ Online Admissions Office. The following documents are due May 1 for fall admission or November 1 for spring admission.

1. Official Bank Statements: All international students holding or intending to seek an F-1 student visa must submit current official bank statement(s) signed by an official from the banking institution. Statements must be in English verifying the student’s financial resources in U.S. dollars for the total cost of attendance, including tuition and fees, other academic expenses, living expenses, and transportation for the year of intended enrollment. The current year’s Estimated Cost of Attendance Chart is listed on our Financial Aid website.

International students must show No less than $40,000 as a minimum amount in U.S. dollars.

2. Financial Resource Statement: All international students holding or intending to seek an F-1 student visa must complete the F-1 Student Declaration of Finances form and the Sponsor Commitment form if applicable.

3. SEVIS Fee: Accepted F-1 international students are responsible for paying the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) fee at fmjfee.com.

Full-time
Graduate students on an F-1 visa must take a minimum of 6 credits each semester.

Scholarships
Federal financial aid programs are available to documented U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, and some other eligible non-U.S. citizens. There are no full-tuition scholarships or separately designated scholarships for international students.

Tuition

Digital Transformation and Innovation (M.S.)

ACADEMIC YEAR 2025-2026 (Based on 12 months) 
Fall, Spring and Summer Terms: August 2025 – August 2026 

TypeCosts
Tuition* (6 credits/term; 18 annual credits) $12,456 
Living Expenses: housing and food$17,754 
Books, course materials, supplies and equipment $1,260 
Health Insurance** Cost Pending 
Personal (include clothing, telephone, transportation & miscellaneous expenses) $2,792 
TOTAL $34,262 

Tuition and Fees*

This guide reflects the breakdown of costs that will appear on the student’s Form I-20. Tuition is charged per credit hour per term.

In order to satisfy F-1 visa requirements, graduate students must be registered for a minimum of 6 credit hours per term. 

Courses

Some of the Digital Transformation Online Courses We Offer:

  • Innovation and Organizational Evolution
  • Cognitive Science for Requirements Analysis
  • Creativity in Information Systems
  • Project Management
  • Cyberlaw: Legal and Regulatory Issues
  • Digital Transformation Strategies
  • Master’s Project

Healthcare Management

Master of Science

Fall 2026 Start

Nationally, the healthcare management field is projected to grow 28% through 2031.* In Maryland alone, that means more than 56,000 job openings. The Master’s in Healthcare Management online program from ¶ºÄÌÊÓÆµ Online is designed for both career changers and current healthcare professionals. Our online Master’s in Healthcare Management program provides you with the skills, knowledge, and credentials you need to become a leader in this fast-growing field.

Graduates are prepared to plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care, public health agencies, and similar organizations.

Accredited through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE), the Master of Science in Healthcare offers two program concentrations in Quality Management and Patient Safety or Project Management in Healthcare.

  • Eligible for OPT and STEM OPT

Gain the Skills Employers Want

Graduates of our online Master’s in Healthcare Management program will excel in key skills, including:

  • Analyzing the performance of a healthcare system or organization
  • Evaluating the health status of populations
  • Addressing service gaps
  • Adapting organizational operations to evolving health policies
  • Promoting organizational and clinical excellence
  • Managing information resources
  • Effectively communicating with external and internal stakeholders

Top Careers for Graduates

Healthcare Management graduates can pursue diverse career paths, such as:

  • Administrative Supervisor
  • Case Report Writer
  • Clinical Managers
  • Electronic Medical Records Analyst
  • Healthcare Program Administrator
  • Home Health Administrator
  • Hospital Administrator
  • Information Technology Director
  • Practice Manager
  • Quality Data Manager

Program Concentrations

  • Quality Management and Patient Safety prepare you to plan, organize, lead, control, and evaluate quality improvement initiatives in healthcare organizations. Coursework focuses on the ethical application of effective and evidence-based patient-centric theory and practices.
  • Project Management in Healthcare prepares graduates to plan, organize, lead, control, and evaluate healthcare organization projects from start to finish. Coursework focuses on ethical, effective financial management, innovative leadership, and interdisciplinary teamwork theory and practices.

Admissions Requirements

  1. .
  2. Completion of bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
  3. Official college transcripts from all previous academic work. If the transcripts are from an institution located outside of the United States, students must submit an official course-by-course transcript evaluation from an organization that is a current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). A member list is available on the .
  4. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in past academic work.
  5. Personal Statement.
  6. Proof of English Proficiency: Students must demonstrate a satisfactory level of English proficiency. Any student whose native language is not English must submit Proof of English Proficiency through one of the following methods:
    • If the student’s secondary and/or post-secondary education used English as the official medium of instruction: submit documentation such as a letter from a teacher, counselor, academic advisor, or school administrator confirming that English is the official medium of instruction at their school.
    • If the student attended a school or schools at the secondary or post-secondary level at which English was not the official medium of instruction: submit results of one of the following English proficiency tests. Required scores are as follows:
      • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) with a score of 90 or higher (internet-based) and have no individual section score lower than 20; or
      • IELTS (International English Language Testing System) with a minimum overall band score of 6.5 and no individual score lower than 6.0; or
      • Duolingo with a score of 125 or higher; or
      • Pearson Test of English with a score of 70 or higher; or
      • Cambridge English with a score of 175 or higher on B1 or B2.
    • All documentation is subject to review and additional information may be requested
  7. One professional letter of recommendation from a current or past supervisor. Please use the following Recommendation form.
  8. Resume of professional experience.

Post-Acceptance Requirements

In order to receive a Form I-20, please follow the instructions below submitting each official document to the ¶ºÄÌÊÓÆµ Online Admissions Office. The following documents are due May 1 for fall admission or November 1 for spring admission.

1. Official Bank Statements: All international students holding or intending to seek an F-1 student visa must submit current official bank statement(s) signed by an official from the banking institution. Statements must be in English verifying the student’s financial resources in U.S. dollars for the total cost of attendance, including tuition and fees, other academic expenses, living expenses, and transportation for the year of intended enrollment. The current year’s Estimated Cost of Attendance Chart is listed on our Financial Aid website.

International students must show No less than $40,000 as a minimum amount in U.S. dollars.

2. Financial Resource Statement: All international students holding or intending to seek an F-1 student visa must complete the F-1 Student Declaration of Finances form and the Sponsor Commitment form if applicable.

3. SEVIS Fee: Accepted F-1 international students are responsible for paying the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) fee at fmjfee.com.

Full-time
Graduate students on an F-1 visa must take a minimum of 6 credits each semester.

Scholarships
Federal financial aid programs are available to documented U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, and some other eligible non-U.S. citizens. There are no full-tuition scholarships or separately designated scholarships for international students.

Tuition

Healthcare Management (M.S.)

ACADEMIC YEAR 2025-2026 (Based on 12 months) 
Fall, Spring and Summer Terms: August 2025 – August 2026 

TypeCosts
Tuition* (6 credits/term; 18 annual credits) $12,456 
Living Expenses: housing and food$17,754 
Books, course materials, supplies and equipment $1,260 
Health Insurance** Cost Pending 
Personal (include clothing, telephone, transportation & miscellaneous expenses) $2,792 
TOTAL $34,262 

Tuition and Fees*

This guide reflects the breakdown of costs that will appear on the student’s Form I-20. Tuition is charged per credit hour per term.

In order to satisfy F-1 visa requirements, graduate students must be registered for a minimum of 6 credit hours per term. 

Courses

Students in the online Master’s in Healthcare Management program can choose from a variety of courses including: 

  • Healthcare Management and Administration
  • Healthcare Policy, Law, and Ethics
  • Human Resources Development in Healthcare
  • Organizational Behavior in Healthcare
  • Health Care Finance: Challenges
  • Teamwork in Healthcare Settings
  • Patient Satisfaction and Quality Improvement
  • Internship in Healthcare (3-6 credits)

Have questions? We’re here to help.

Elaina Owens
Enrollment Counselor
eowens2@stevenson.edu
443-352-4196