Most affordable cybersecurity degree programs

Choosing the perfect cybersecurity degree program involves several key considerations. For many learners, cost is a primary concern.

To assist with degree program affordability research, the Cybersecurity Guide team has curated a fresh ranking of top online cybersecurity master’s programs, focusing on total projected tuition costs.

However, affordability shouldn’t sacrifice quality career preparation. So, to qualify for our 2026 rankings of the most cost-effective online cybersecurity master’s programs, each institution must also hold a Center for Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (CAE-C) designation.

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Finding an affordable cybersecurity degree program

There are 25 cybersecurity bachelor’s degree programs that made the 2026 most affordable degree program list.

The rankings, which are based on the overall projected degree cost divided by the number of credits required to graduate, represent a blend of opportunities.

Some of these programs are offered by name-brand institutions, known for academic rigor and success. Other programs are offered by lesser-known schools that have managed to build quality cybersecurity programs in recent years.

The 2026 affordability rankings are also geographically distributed across the United States. Between the program size and location, there is likely a good fit for most students looking for a quality cybersecurity education while also optimizing for overall degree cost.

2026 list of the most affordable cybersecurity bachelor’s degree programs

1. St. Philip’s College

   San Antonio, Texas

   
   Program: Bachelor of Applied Technology (BAT) in Cybersecurity
   Tuition: $21,600
   CAE designation: CAE-CD
   Delivery method: Online, campus & hybrid
   2025/2026 Cost per credit: $180
   Credits: 120
   Learn more: Program details

2. Mt. Hood Community College

   Gresham, Oregon

   
   Program: Cybersecurity: Bachelor of Applied Science
   Tuition: $23,310
   CAE designation: CAE-CD
   Delivery method: Campus
   2025/2026 Cost per credit: $128 in-state | $259 out-of-state
   Credits: 90
   Learn more: Program details

3. Collin College

   McKinney, Texas

   
   Program: Cybersecurity, BAT
   Tuition: $24,240
   CAE designation: CAE-CD
   Delivery method: Campus
   2025/2026 Cost per credit: $67 in-state | $202 out-of-state
   Credits: 120
   Learn more: Program details

4. Bismarck State College

   Bismarck, North Dakota

   
   Program: BAS in Cybersecurity and InformationTechnology
   Tuition: $33,120
   CAE designation: CAE-CD
   Delivery method: Online & campus
   2025/2026 Cost per credit: $184 in-state | $276 out-of-state
   Credits: 120
   Learn more: Program details

5. Columbia Basin College

   Pasco, Washington

   
   Program: Bachelor of Applied Science in Cyber Security
   Tuition: $35,460
   CAE designation: CAE-CD
   Delivery method: Campus
   2025/2026 Cost per credit: $132 in-state | $197 out-of-state
   Credits: 180
   Learn more: Program details

6. Metropolitan State University

   Saint Paul, Minnesota

   
   Program: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
   Tuition: $36,360
   CAE designation: CAE-CD
   Delivery method: Campus
   2025/2026 Cost per credit: $303
   Credits: 120
   Learn more: Program details

7. East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

   East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

   
   Program: Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Security
   Tuition: $49,920
   CAE designation: CAE-CD
   Delivery method: Campus
   2025/2026 Cost per credit: $333 in-state | $416 out-of-state
   Credits: 120
   Learn more: Program details

8. Wilmington University

   New Castle, Delaware

   
   Program: B.S. in Cybersecurity
   Tuition: $50,280
   CAE designation: CAE-CD
   Delivery method: Online & campus
   2025/2026 Cost per credit: $419
   Credits: 120
   Learn more: Program details

9. Loyola University Chicago

   Chicago, Illinois

   
   Program: B.S. in Cyber Security
   Tuition: $51,000
   CAE designation: CAE-CD
   Delivery method: Campus
   2025/2026 Cost per credit: $425
   Credits: 120
   Learn more: Program details

10. Pace University

    New York, New York

    
    Program: Cybersecurity, BS
    Tuition: $52,920
    CAE designation: CAE-CD
    Delivery method: Campus
    2025/2026 Cost per credit: $441
    Credits: 120
    Learn more: Program details

11. Old Dominion University

    Norfolk, Virginia

    
    Program: Cybersecurity Bachelor’s Program
    Tuition: $53,280
    CAE designation: CAE-CO, CAE-CD
    Delivery method: Online & campus
    2025/2026 Cost per credit: $268 in-state | $444 out-of-state
    Credits: 120
    Learn more: Program details

12. Baker College

    Owosso, Michigan

    
    Program: Bachelor of Science Information Technology and Cybersecurity
    Tuition: $54,000
    CAE designation: CAE-CD
    Delivery method: Online & campus
    2025/2026 Cost per credit: $450
    Credits: 120
    Learn more: Program details

13. University of Cincinnati

    Cincinnati, Ohio

    
    Program: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
    Tuition: $57,600
    CAE designation: CAE-CD
    Delivery method: Online & campus
    2025/2026 Cost per credit: $480
    Credits: 120
    Learn more: Program details

14. Bellevue University

    Bellevue, Nebraska

    
    Program: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity degree
    Tuition: $58,293
    CAE designation: CAE-CD
    Delivery method: Online & campus
    2025/2026 Cost per credit: $459
    Credits: 127
    Learn more: Program details

15. New Jersey City University

    Jersey City, New Jersey

    
    Program: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
    Tuition: $60,240
    CAE designation: CAE-CD
    Delivery method: Campus
    2025/2026 Cost per credit: $502
    Credits: 120
    Learn more: Program details

16. Johnson & Wales University

    Providence, Rhode Island

    
    Program: Bachelor of Science in Cyber Threat Intelligence & Defense
    Tuition: $60,885
    CAE designation: CAE-CD
    Delivery method: Campus
    2025/2026 Cost per credit: $495
    Credits: 123
    Learn more: Program details

17. Ferris State University

    Big Rapids, Michigan

    
    Program: Bachelor of Science in Information Security and Intelligence
    Tuition: $61,800
    CAE designation: CAE-CD
    Delivery method: Online & campus
    2025/2026 Cost per credit: $515
    Credits: 120
    Learn more: Program details

18. Miami Dade College

    Miami, Florida

    
    Program: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
    Tuition: $64,320
    CAE designation: CAE-CD
    Delivery method: Campus
    2025/2026 Cost per credit: $130 in-state | $536 out-of-state
    Credits: 120
    Learn more: Program details

19. Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

    Tallahassee, Florida

    
    Program: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
    Tuition: $65,976
    CAE designation: CAE-CD
    Delivery method: Campus
    2025/2026 Cost per credit: $151.78 in-state | $549.80 out-of-state
    Credits: 120
    Learn more: Program details

20. National University

    San Diego, California

    
    Program: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
    Tuition: $66,600
    CAE designation: CAE-CD
    Delivery method: Online & campus
    2025/2026 Cost per credit: $370
    Credits: 180
    Learn more: Program details

21. University of Wisconsin-Stout

    Menomonie, Wisconsin

    
    Program: B.S. Cybersecurity
    Tuition: $68,400
    CAE designation: CAE-CD
    Delivery method: Online & campus
    2025/2026 Cost per credit: $270 in-state | $570 out-of-state
    Credits: 120
    Learn more: Program details

22. Northern Michigan University

    Marquette, Michigan

    
    Program: Bachelor of Science in Information Assurance/Cyber Defense
    Tuition: $68,520
    CAE designation: CAE-CD
    Delivery method: Campus
    2025/2026 Cost per credit: $571
    Credits: 120
    Learn more: Program details

23. ECPI University

    Virginia Beach, Virginia

    
    Program: Bachelor of Science in Information and Cybersecurity Operations
    Tuition: $69,720
    CAE designation: CAE-CD
    Delivery method: Online & campus
    2025/2026 Cost per credit: $581
    Credits: 120
    Learn more: Program details

24. Southeast Missouri State University

    Cape Girardeau, Missouri

    
    Program: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
    Tuition: $70,680
    CAE designation: CAE-CD
    Delivery method: Campus
    2025/2026 Cost per credit: $340 in-state | $589 out-of-state
    Credits: 120
    Learn more: Program details

25. University of Central Missouri

    Warrensburg, Missouri

    
    Program: Cybersecurity, BS
    Tuition: $71,280
    CAE designation: CAE-CD
    Delivery method: Campus
    2025/2026 Cost per credit: $297 in-state | $594 out-of-state
    Credits: 120
    Learn more: Program details

2025 Affordable listings

2024 Affordable listings

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