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 2027 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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Featured Cybersecurity Programs
| School Name | Program | More Info |
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| Southern New Hampshire University | Online BS in Cybersecurity | website |
| Purdue Global | Online BS in Cybersecurity | website |
| Arizona State University | Online BS in Information Technology - Cybersecurity | website |
| UC Berkeley School of Information | Online MS in Cybersecurity | No GRE/GMAT Required | website |
Finding an affordable cybersecurity degree program
There are 25 cybersecurity bachelor’s degree programs that made the 2027 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 2027 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.
2027 list of the most affordable cybersecurity bachelor’s degree programs
Collin College
McKinney, TX
Program: Cybersecurity, BAT
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus
Total tuition: $24,000.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $125.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $200.00
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsUniversity of North Carolina at Pembroke
Pembroke, NCProgram: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus
Total tuition: $35,000.40
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $41.67
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $291.67
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsBismarck State College
Bismarck, NDProgram: BAS in Cybersecurity and Information Technology
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus & Online
Total tuition: $35,702.08
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $195.09
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $292.64
Credits: 122
Learn more: Program detailsColumbia Basin College
Pasco, WAProgram: Cyber Security Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus
Total tuition: $37,185.60
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $136.14
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $203.20
Credits: 183
Learn more: Program detailsMetropolitan State University
Saint Paul, MNProgram: Cybersecurity BS
CAE designation: CAE-CD, CAE-CO
Delivery method: Campus
Total tuition: $38,640.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $322.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $322.00
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsSt. Philip’s College
San Antonio, TXProgram: Bachelor of Applied Technology (BAT) in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus, Hybrid & Online
Total tuition: $39,240.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $180.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $327.00
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsMiami Dade College
Miami, FLProgram: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus
Total tuition: $39,733.20
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $82.78
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $331.11
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsMinot State University
Minot, NDProgram: Cybersecurity and Operations, B.S.
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus & Online
Total tuition: $39,886.80
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $332.39
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $332.39
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsSANS Technology Institute
North Bethesda, MDProgram: Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus, Online
Total tuition: $41,650.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $347.08
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $347.08
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsWestern Illinois University
Macomb, ILProgram: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus
Total tuition: $42,012.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $350.10
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $350.10
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsBellevue University
Bellevue, NEProgram: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity degree
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus & Online
Total tuition: $43,053.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $339.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $339.00
Credits: 127
Learn more: Program detailsMt. Hood Community College
Gresham, ORProgram: Bachelor of Applied Science in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus
Total tuition: $48,330.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $132.75
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $268.50
Credits: 180
Learn more: Program detailsPurdue University Northwest
Hammond, INProgram: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus
Total tuition: $50,004.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $260.75
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $416.70
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsDakota State University
Madison, SDProgram: Bachelors of Science in Cyber Operations
CAE designation: CAE-CD, CAE-R, CAE-CO
Delivery method: Campus & Online
Total tuition: $50,274.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $310.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $418.95
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsWilmington University
New Castle, DEProgram: B.S. in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus & Online
Total tuition: $52,680.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $439.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $439.00
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsPueblo Community College
Pueblo, COProgram: Bachelor of Applied Science in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus
Total tuition: $55,236.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $417.85
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $460.30
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsBaker College
Owosso, MIProgram: Bachelor of Science Information Technology and Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus & Online
Total tuition: $55,800.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $465.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $465.00
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsLeMoyne-Owen College
Memphis, TNProgram: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus
Total tuition: $56,640.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $472.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $472.00
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsPensacola State College
Pensacola, FLProgram: Bachelor of Applied Science in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus
Total tuition: $58,378.80
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $120.89
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $486.49
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsTalladega College
Talladega, ALProgram: Bachelor of Arts in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus
Total tuition: $60,649.20
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $505.41
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $505.41
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsGreen River Community College
Auburn, WAProgram: Bachelors of Applied Science in Cybersecurity and Networking
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus, Online
Total tuition: $63,021.60
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $136.14
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $350.12
Credits: 180
Learn more: Program detailsKean University
Union, NJProgram: Cybersecurity, B.S.
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus
Total tuition: $63,361.20
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $528.01
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $528.01
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsFerris State University
Big Rapids, MIProgram: Bachelor of Science in Information Security and Intelligence
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus & Online
Total tuition: $64,080.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $534.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $534.00
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsAthens State University
Athens, ALProgram: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus, Online
Total tuition: $64,728.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $261.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $522.00
Credits: 124
Learn more: Program detailsFlorida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FLProgram: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Campus
Total tuition: $64,920.00
2026/2027 Cost per credit (in-state): $105.07
2026/2027 Cost per credit (out-of-state): $541.00
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program details