Selecting the ideal online cybersecurity program requires balancing various critical factors. For numerous students, affordability is a significant consideration.
In response, the Cybersecurity Guide team has crafted an engaging list of the leading online cybersecurity master’s programs, emphasizing their overall tuition affordability.
It’s important to note that the value of a program shouldn’t be measured by cost alone. Quality career preparation and access to future opportunities are also crucial part of any degree program.
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Featured Cybersecurity Programs
| School Name | Program | More Info |
|---|---|---|
| Southern New Hampshire University | Online BS in Cybersecurity | website |
| Purdue Global | Online BS in Cybersecurity | website |
| UC Berkeley School of Information | Online MS in Cybersecurity | No GRE/GMAT Required | website |
| Grand Canyon University | Online BS in Cybersecurity | website |
Therefore, only institutions with a Center for Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (CAE-C) designation made it into our 2026 roundup of the most budget-friendly yet impactful online cybersecurity bachelor’s programs.
Cost rankings considerations
This year 25 online bachelor’s in cybersecurity degree programs made the most affordable list.
All of these programs offer a quality, online-first education. Many of the programs offer hands-on learning and research components to help students get a sense of an ideal career direction.
The size of the program, including the level of faculty interaction, will vary from school to school. Some of these online programs are offered by leading universities with well-known online education platforms.
Other programs are offered by programs that might be lesser known but have made a reputation for the quality of their online cybersecurity degree offerings. Either way, there is enough variety that hopefully all students can find the right fit.
2026 rankings of the most affordable online bachelor’s in cybersecurity programs
St. Philip’s College
San Antonio, Texas
Program: Bachelor of Applied Technology (BAT) in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online, campus & hybrid
Total tuition: $21,600
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $180
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsColumbus State University
Columbus, GeorgiaProgram: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online, campus & hybrid
Total tuition: $22,440
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $187
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsFort Hays State University
Hays, KansasProgram: BA/BS Information Networking and Telecommunications (Cybersecurity)
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online & campus
Total tuition: $31,806
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $265
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsChamplain College
Burlington, VermontProgram: Cybersecurity B.S
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online
Total tuition: $40,200
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $335
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsLouisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LouisianaProgram: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity Technology
CAE designation: CAE-CO
Delivery method: Online
Total tuition: $40,800
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $340
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsSouthern New Hampshire University
Manchester, New HampshireProgram: BS in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online
Total tuition: $41,040
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $342
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsSANS Technology Institute
North Bethesda, MarylandProgram: Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Cybersecurity (BACS)
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online
Total tuition: $41,750
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $348
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsAmerican Public University
Charles Town, West VirginiaProgram: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online
Total tuition: $42,000
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $350
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsBismarck State College
Bismarck, North DakotaProgram: BAS in Cybersecurity and InformationTechnology
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online & campus
Total tuition: $42,738
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $356
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsSUNY Canton
Canton, New YorkProgram: Cybersecurity B.S.
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online & campus
Total tuition: $43,772
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $353
Credits: 124
Learn more: Program detailsDakota State University
Madison, South DakotaProgram: Bachelors of Science in Cyber Operations
CAE designation: CAE-CD, CAE-R, CAE-CO
Delivery method: Online & campus
Total tuition: $43,806
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $365
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsUniversity at Albany
Albany, New YorkProgram: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD, CAE-R
Delivery method: Online & campus
Total tuition: $43,975
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $366.00
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsNorwich University
Northfield, VermontProgram: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online
Total tuition: $45,000
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $375
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsUniversity of Illinois, Springfield
Springfield, IllinoisProgram: Information Systems Security, BS
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online & campus
Total tuition: $45,420
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $379
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsSt. Petersburg College
St. Petersburg, FloridaProgram: Cybersecurity B.A.S. Degree
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online
Total tuition: $46,440
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $112 in-state | $387 out-of-state
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsLiberty University
Lynchburg, VirginiaProgram: B.S. in Cybersecurity Science & Operations
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online & campus
Total tuition: $47,190
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $390
Credits: 121
Learn more: Program detailsBoise State University
Boise, IdahoProgram: Cybersecurity Bachelor’s Degree
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online
Total tuition: $47,400
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $395
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsRegent University
Virginia Beach, VirginiaProgram: B.S. in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online & campus
Total tuition: $47,400
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $395
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsBay Path University
Longmeadow, MassachusettsProgram: BS in Cybersecurity: Digital Forensics and Incident Response
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online
Total tuition: $49,200
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $410
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsFranklin University
Columbus, OhioProgram: B.S. Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online
Total tuition: $49,352
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $398
Credits: 124
Learn more: Program detailsWilmington University
New Castle, DelawareProgram: B.S. in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online & campus
Total tuition: $50,280
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $419
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsOlivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IllinoisProgram: (B.S.) Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online & campus
Total tuition: $50,400
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $420
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsEast Carolina University
Greenville, North CarolinaProgram: BS Information and Cybersecurity Technology - Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online
Total tuition: $50,880
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $424
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsSaint Leo University
Saint Leo, FloridaProgram: Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online & campus
Total tuition: $51,000
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $425
Credits: 120
Learn more: Program detailsIndiana Institute of Technology
Fort Wayne, IndianaProgram: Cybersecurity, B.S.
CAE designation: CAE-CD
Delivery method: Online & campus
Total tuition: $51,546
2025/2026 Cost per credit: $426
Credits: 121
Learn more: Program details