A graduate application may be downloaded in PDF format from the James Madison University Graduate School web site's forms page . Click here for detailed instructions on filling out the application. Test scores cannot be older than five years. The program is structured primarily for professionals with either an undergraduate degree in computer science or an undergraduate degree in another field with experience in information systems. The Academic Review Committee selecting students for this challenging program reserves the right to require applicants to take the GRE as a condition for acceptance into the program.
Every cohort has an advisor assigned to the group to provide advice and support.
Faculty members and adjuncts teaching in the information security program have exceptionally diverse backgrounds, some of which include information technology and security in government and industry, auditing, federal agencies, Department of Defense, businesses and private industry. Students are encouraged to share in the many diverse backgrounds of the faculty and staff.