I am exploring all options before commiting to URI's grad cert program next Spring. Does anybody know of an online Masters program for Computer Forensics?

Thank you,
Mariesa Limmer  

University of Central Florida has a great program, although I am probably considered biased as an alum.

http://msdf.ucf.edu/

If you spend a few minutes searching this site, you'll find discussions about this topic all over, including the pros of the UCF program.

Also check the education section. Just too much to do this Friday to start providing links to said discussions.  

I am in the middle of the UCF program right now and am loving it. They have both the MS and a Grad Cert. The five classes you take towards the grad cert (assuming you are out-of-state) only cost $1,000 per class.

Not only that, but because the entire thing is online, I have been able to land a great computer forensics job, while still taking more classes. What I mean is that I was able to look for a job anywhere and not have to worry about only being able to look for a job in one certain city/area.  

Thank you inspectaneck. I actually contacted them regarding if the program is online. I'll start giving it a closer look.  

Thank you ryanwes21 and congratulations! As I mentioned in my earlier reply, I think I'm going to take a closer look. I've been looking at URI's grad cert program. But would love a Masters...even though I think I've fallen off the deep end. LOL!  

- mlimmer

Thank you inspectaneck. I actually contacted them regarding if the program is online. I'll start giving it a closer look.

I completed the certificate (1/2 of the MS degree) when I lived in Orlando. When the MS became available in 2008, I completed the remainder of the program completely online from South Florida.

As mentioned, the UCF program does do some adjustment for out-of-state for this program, but you'll have to speak with Dr. Lang on that. Good luck and enjoy.

Just a TIP for whichever MS program you choose... when they say you need a linux system, do yourself a favor and setup the SIFT Workstation VM appliance. Besides having some great tools in the package, it is much easier (and more practical) to setup than the often-recommended dual-boot. That is, unless you've already off'd your Windows systems : )  

There is an Information Assurance Masters program offered by Walsh College (www.walshcollege.edu) that has a 3 separate focuses, 1 being Computer Forensics. It is offered entirely online as well. I am an alum and think the program is well done. It is also recognized by the NSA as a center of excellence program for IA.
www.nsa.gov/ia/academi...ions.shtml