Online Undergraduate Information Assurance Certificate Defend Digital Frontiers

18

Credit Hours

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100% online, 8-week courses

Transfer in up to 75% of the certificate total

Do you want to help businesses avoid data breaches and protect important information? If so, conferring Liberty University’s undergraduate Certificate in Information Assurance provides a track to cybersecurity awareness through 6 online computer science courses. Our program can help you gain practical skills in risk management and information system security so you can pursue a rewarding career in the IT (information technology) field.

Our information assurance courses will introduce you to the fascinating world of digital information systems so you can learn how to protect data and digital content from hacking or misuse. Throughout this program, you’ll study under faculty who are experts in their field. Our professors are firmly rooted in the Christian faith and committed to helping you lead with skill and integrity.

Companies today often suffer from cyber attacks, so there is a need for qualified professionals who know how to protect sensitive data and ensure integrity and confidentiality in computer systems. With Liberty’s online information assurance training program, you can gain foundational knowledge that can help you grow in your current role or explore new areas in the world of business.


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What Sets Us Apart?

  • Private Nonprofit University
  • 600+ Online Degrees
  • No Standardized Testing for Admission
  • Transfer in up to 75% of an Undergrad Degree
  • Transfer in up to 50% of a Grad/Doctoral Degree

Liberty has been a pioneer in distance learning since 1985. A lot has changed since then, but our commitment to Training Champions for Christ has not. We seek to offer flexible, high-quality programs that equip students like you for the real world. Through an information assurance online training certificate, you can explore your passion for cybersecurity and decide whether you’d like to continue your study of this exciting field.

Are you worried that school will get in the way of your other commitments and priorities? If so, we have just what you need. This certificate is offered 100% online, and the classes have no set login times. You can complete your assignments from the comfort of your home and easily access your course materials whenever you need them. The best part? You won’t have to travel to a physical campus, so you can stay invested in your family and job while pursuing your goals!

Additionally, Liberty’s online information assurance and security certificate can help you gain new skills more efficiently. At only 18 credit hours, you can complete this program in less time than a full-length degree!

And, if you later decide to pursue a bachelor’s degree, the credits from this certificate can transfer seamlessly into our Bachelor of Science in Information Systems – Information Assurance.


If you’re interested in studying information assurance IT online, this undergraduate certificate introduces you to the core concepts that shape today’s cybersecurity and information systems landscape. Your courses can help you develop a foundational understanding of how information systems operate, the tools that support them, and the ways technology can be used to protect and strengthen an organization’s digital infrastructure.

As cyberattacks grow more sophisticated, businesses need professionals who understand the risks facing modern networks and the methods used to keep systems secure. In this program, you can explore how data communication and networking systems function, examine prominent threats in today’s digital world, and study common techniques for preventing damage to computer systems. You’ll also learn how organizations plan and implement security programs, gaining insight into preventative measures such as firewalls, virtual private networks, and other tools designed to safeguard critical information.

Throughout your studies, you can build practical skills that help you understand how to defend information assets and support business continuity. Whether you’re hoping to strengthen your technical abilities or begin preparing for future opportunities in cybersecurity, this certificate offers an introduction to the strategies and technologies that help protect organizations in an increasingly digital world.

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At Liberty University, a private Christian education is less expensive than you think. Over the last 10 years, Liberty University’s Online Program has only raised its standard tuition costs by less than 5% – and most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors.

To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no additional cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!

Undergraduate Full Time $390/Credit
Undergraduate Part Time $455/Credit
Military Undergraduate $250/Credit

These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.


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Military

Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.

Who May Qualify?

  • Active Duty
  • Reserve/National Guard
  • Veterans/Retirees
  • Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
  • Current Department of Defense Employees

Available Benefits:

  • Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
  • Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)*
  • 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
  • Potential college credit for military training

*Not applicable to certificates.

These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.