Undergraduate Certificate in Data Networking Understand Computer and Data Networks

18

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100% online, 8-week courses

Transfer in up to 75% of the certificate total

Liberty University’s Certificate in Data Networking provides basic training in network monitoring and new ways to combat security issues through real-world applications. With the field of information technology constantly growing, you will be taught how to work with the most recent applications on the market so you are confident when displaying and applying your skill set in the future.

Our undergraduate certificate in data networking can help you get on the fast track to understanding IT and network security. Our courses are designed to raise your level of expertise in data networking and your ability to adapt to future technology. As one of the largest Christian universities in the world, we are proud to offer a world-class education.

Your officially conferred certificate name will be Certificate in Data Networking .


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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

At Liberty University, we are committed to Training Champions for Christ. We know it can be a challenge to learn networking with a busy schedule, which is why you can complete our undergraduate certificate in data networking 100% online. At Liberty, you can receive a quality, well-rounded education while still making an impact on your family, job, church, and community.

While you pursue our undergraduate certificate in data networking, you will have access to an abundance of IT-based resources that can help further your knowledge and credentials. Data networking is a useful certificate to have as today’s world is driven by data. Taking networking classes online with Liberty can help you achieve your goals – especially since our courses are taught by talented faculty who have years of experience in their field and who share your passion for data networking and impacting the world for Christ.


Studying data networking can give you insight into how modern organizations build, secure, and maintain the systems that keep information flowing. In this undergraduate certificate, you’ll explore foundational topics in information systems, networking technologies, network infrastructure, and communication data applications. Your courses can help you understand how network components and devices are applied within a business to support internetworking capabilities and ensure that systems operate efficiently and reliably.

As you progress, you’ll examine key networking concepts that support the delivery of network services and study how data security measures are implemented to protect customer information and strengthen organizational processes. You can also learn about the e-commerce industry and the technologies that support online business operations, including the process of designing websites for selling physical and digital products. This combination of technical and applied study is designed to help you broaden your understanding of how networks function and how professionals help organizations stay connected and secure.

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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.



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.