Master of Science in Cyber Security
Your Future in Cyberspace Begins with Liberty’s Online Cyber Security Master’s Program
Cybersecurity Ventures predicts 3.5 million cybersecurity job openings by 2025!
As more businesses move to online transactions and web-based platforms, sensitive customer information and valuable business data are more at risk of security breaches. For companies to conduct business in the digital age, they need specialists who know how to thwart cyber-attacks and how to safeguard customer information.
Liberty University’s 100% online Master of Science in Cyber Security is designed to help you combat cyber threats and strengthen existing security measures. In less than two years, you can learn to prevent, identify, and fight digital crime through hands-on training in Liberty’s Master of Science in Cyber Security degree.
As a pioneer in distance learning since 1985 and a Christian university recognized for its academic quality, affordability, and accessibility, Liberty combines academic excellence with a biblical worldview. We fulfill our mission by providing business professionals with flexible and affordable online training that will equip them to be biblically-based leaders in the business world. The online M.S. in Cyber Security is taught through the lens of a biblical worldview to prepare you for the real-world both academically and spiritually.
What Will You Study in Our Master’s in Cyber Security Degree?
- Learn digital forensics techniques to identify and trace security threats
- Explore applied network security practices to harden network defenses
- Study security engineering to help develop effective cybersecurity
- Develop web-based applications that protect business and customer data
In the M.S. in Cyber Security, you will be taught by seasoned IT professionals who are invested in training you in this exciting career field. Whether you want to work in digital forensics, information security, security engineering, or any other career in cybersecurity, our master’s in cybersecurity will equip you to succeed in this industry with integrity and Christian principles.
Potential Cyber Security Career Options
- Digital forensics analyst
- Information security specialist
- Pen-tester/ethical hacker
- Secure network engineer
- Security engineer
- Security researcher
Benefits of our Online Master’s in Cybersecurity
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online M.S. in Cyber Security degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Online Cyber Security Degree Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 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)
These rates are reflective of academic year 2024-2025. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Available Online
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
