Thank you for attending our presentation on NSU's College of Engineering and Computing's Master of Science and Certificate programs online information session.

1. Nova Southeastern University’s College of
Engineering and Computing Hosts:
Master’s & Certificate Online Information Session
July 14, 2015

2. Agenda
‣ ABOUT NSU & CEC
‣ MASTER OF SCIENCE
& CERTIFICATE
PROGRAMS
‣ M.S. PROGRAMS
BREAKDOWN
‣ LENGTH OF
PROGRAM
‣ WHY CHOOSE NSU?
‣ ADMISSIONS
‣ COST
‣ FINANCIAL AID
‣ IMPORTANT DATES
‣ HELPFUL RESOURCES
‣ Q&A
Master’s Online Information Session

3. 50 Years
YOUNG
NSU OVERVIEW
THEN
Founded: Dec. 4, 1964
Initial Graduating Class: 17 PhDs
Humble Storefront on E. Last Olas Blvd.
NOW
Largest private not-for-profit university in Florida
150+ academic programs
7 Regional Campuses (Florida, Puerto Rico)

4. Dual
CARNEGIE
Designation ‣ “High Research Activity”
‣ “Community Engaged”
NSU OVERVIEW

5. College of Engineering and
Computing

6. LEADING
EDGE
FACILITIES
CEC ACADEMIC HIGHLIGHTS
ADVANCED
L A B O R A T O R I E S
EXCEPTIONAL
RESEARCH LIBRARIES
LATESTCLASSROOM
TECHNOLOGY

7. GRADUATE
PROGRAMS
CEC ACADEMIC HIGHLIGHTS
10MAJORS
300ONLINE CLASSES
ACCESSIBLE, APPROACHABLE
FACULTY
ALLCLASSES TAUGHT BY
HIGHEST CREDENTIALED
PROFESSORS

8. 36 Credits
Online &
On-Campus
Fall, Winter &
Summer
‣ Computer
Science
‣ Information
Security
‣ Information
Technology
‣ Management
Information
Systems
‣ Software
Engineering
Master of Science Degree Programs

9. 15 Credits
Online &
On-Campus
Fall, Winter &
Summer
‣ Business
Intelligence/Analytics
‣ Information Security
Management
Graduate Certificate Programs

10. Computer
Science
Minimum
Requirements
‣ Designed for undergrad
majors in computer science,
engineering, mathematics,
or physics
‣ Calculus course required
‣ Offers 5 foundation courses
M.S. in Computer Science

11. Computer
Science
Curriculum
‣ Concentration options in:
‣ Theory
‣ Software Engineering
‣ Computer Systems
‣ Database
‣ Security
‣ Real-World Computing
M.S. in Computer Science

12. Information
Security
Minimum
Requirements
‣ Designed for undergrad
majors in computer science,
information systems,
information technology,
engineering, mathematics,
or physics
‣ Offers 5 foundation courses
M.S. in Information Security

13. Information
Security
Curriculum
‣ Designed for someone who wants
to design, program, and enhance
and develop cyber security
technologies that secure
information and systems.
‣ 10 Core Courses and 2 Electives
M.S. in Information Security

14. Information
Technology
Minimum
Requirements
‣ Designed for undergrad
majors in science, math,
engineering, or business.
‣ Offers two foundation
courses
M.S. in Information Technology

15. Information
Technology
Curriculum
‣ Concentration options in:
‣ Application Development
‣ Database
‣ System Administration
‣ 4 Core Courses, 3
Concentration Courses and 5
Elective Courses
M.S. in Information Technology

16. Management
Information
Systems
Minimum
Requirements
‣ Designed for undergrad majors
in management information
systems, information
technology, business
administration, or related field.
‣ Offers two foundation courses
M.S. in Management Information Systems

17. Management
Information
Systems
Curriculum
‣ Concentration options in:
‣ Business Intelligence/Analytics
‣ Web Management
‣ Information Security
Management
‣ Enterprise Systems
‣ Human-Computer Interaction
‣ Learning Technology
M.S. in Management Information Systems

18. Software
Engineering
Minimum
Requirements
‣ Designed for undergrad
majors in computer science,
information systems,
information technology,
engineering, mathematics,
or physics.
‣ Offers 4 foundation courses
M.S. in Software Engineering

19. Software
Engineering
Curriculum
‣ Courses will focus on foundations of
software engineering, such as
requirements, design, development,
testing, verification, human-computer
interaction, and project management.
‣ Six core courses and six electives
M.S. in Software Engineering

20. Master of
Science
‣ Full-time; 12-16 months
‣ Working Professionals; 24
months
‣ 5 Years Time Limitation
Program Length

21. College of
Engineering and
Computing
‣ Designated a National Center of
Academic Excellence in Information
Assurance Education by the U.S. National
Security Agency and the Department of
Homeland Security
‣ Graduates are working at the FBI,
Microsoft, Apple, Google, IBM,
NASA, and other federal/edu institutions
‣ Innovative courses: data mining, data
visualization, cloud computing, mobile
learning, mobile app development for
iOS and Android
WHY NSU’S CEC?

22. Why a
Career
in Tech?
 U.S. News and World Report announced
the 100 Best Jobs in 2015, 7 of the careers
named in the top 25 are supported by our
degree programs.
 Dice.com reported that tech professionals
enjoyed the biggest pay raise, 5.3% in a
decade in 2015!
 Glassdoor announced 25 Best Jobs in
America for 2014, 8 are supported by our
programs!
A Career in Technology

23. Our Admission
Requirements
‣ Bachelor’s degree with 2.5 overall and
3.0 major G.P.A.
‣ Online application and $50
application fee
‣ Official transcripts
‣ Resume
‣ English proficiency
‣ Additional requirements apply for international applicants
ADMISSIONS

24. TUITION & FEES
2015-2016
‣ $725 per credit hour, 3 credits
‣ $30 registration fee per term
‣ $350 student service fee
‣ Sample:
$725 x 6 credits = $4,350
Registration fee = $30
Student service fee = $350
Total estimated term cost: $4,730
TUITION AND FEES

25. FINANCIAL AID
‣ FAFSA.ED.GOV – NSU School
Code: 001509
‣ Federal Unsubsidized Loan –
5.84% , $10,250 per term
‣ Only Borrow what is needed for
education expenses
FINANCIAL AID

26. ‣ Post 911GI Bill
‣ Yellow Ribbon Scholarship
Program
‣ Scholarships
‣ Payment Plans
‣ Graduate Housing
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Additional
Information

27. ‣ Fall 2015 – August 24
‣ Winter 2016 – January 4
‣ Summer 2016 – May 9
Upcoming Terms and Dates
Upcoming
Terms &
Dates

28. ‣ FAQ’s
‣ Visiting the Campus
‣ Graduate Catalog
‣ Request a Tour
‣ Pre-Admission Assessment
‣ Planned Course Offerings
Helpful Resources
Resources
for You
www.cec.nova.edu

29. Contact Us
‣ Melissa Ruidiaz
ruidiaz@nova.edu
(954) 262-2002
Or at (954) 262-2005
cecinfo@nova.edu

30. THANK
YOU