Tuition
The Cybersecurity Engineering master’s program (degree-seeking matriculated and non-matriculated) is a self-sustaining, fee-based program charged on a cost per credit basis. Tuition is the same regardless of citizenship status or Washington state residency. Payment is processed through UW Professional & Continuing Education, a part of the UW Continuum College.
To learn more about fee-based programs offered at the University of Washington, visit the UW fee-based programs Q&A.
Tuition rates
2024-25 academic year cost per credit is $950 USD.
The program curriculum requires students to complete 46-49 credits. Students’ total quarterly costs vary depending on the number of credits they enroll in.
Full-time students typically enroll in 10 credits per quarter and can complete the program in 1.5-2 years, and part-time students enroll in five credits per quarter and can complete the program in 3-4 years.
Sample of estimated 2024-25 tuition fees based on full-time or part-time enrollment
| Enrollment Type | Estimated tuition fees for each quarter | Estimated tuition fees for ONE academic year (autumn, winter, spring) |
|---|---|---|
| Full time (10 credits per quarter) | $9,500 (10 credits) | $28,500 (30 credits) |
| Part time (5 credits per quarter) | $4,750 (5 credits) | $14,250 (15 credits) |
Note: Tuition costs in the table do not include additional fees or the cost of textbooks and materials. Tuition fees are subject to annual changes. This information is provided solely for estimating the cost of attendance.
Additional fees
In addition to tuition fees, students are responsible for paying additional UW required student fees at the beginning of each quarter, estimated at $500 per quarter. Fees are determined by campus: view UW Bothell student fees. Graduate students in our fee-based programs also pay a Professional & Continuing Education registration fee.
Course fees vary and are viewable in the students MyUW account, and do not include any costs for materials such as textbooks, additional course fees, or software.
Funding
2025 Cybersecurity Engineering Master’s Scholarship
Apply to the University of Washington Bothell Cybersecurity Engineering master’s program by the autumn 2025 deadline to be considered for one scholarship that covers 15 credits of tuition for the first three quarters. Scholarship recipient will be notified when they are admitted.
Financial aid
Matriculated students, based on financial status, may be eligible for Department of Education Loans, and are encouraged to fill out the Free Application for Student Financial Aid (FAFSA) as early as possible. For information on financial aid and a link to the FAFSA visit the UW Bothell Office of Financial Aid & Scholarship.
Students in all fee-based programs are ineligible for the state employee tuition exemption, employee institutional tuition waivers or the UW Undergraduate/Graduate University Grant programs, including the Husky Promise program.
Employer educational assistance
Some employers will cover all or part of the cost of a professional education. Check with your employer to see if they offer educational assistance.
Other resources
- UW Bothell Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships Resources guide students to explore UW Bothell scholarship, external scholarships, and UW Bothell Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards.
- UW HuskyHires on-campus employment opportunities are available for current students (international students should view on-campus job details from the UW Bothell International Student Services).