Online Bachelor’s in Computer Science Cybersecurity

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100% online, 8-week courses

Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total

Next Start Dates: January 19, 2026 | February 16, 2026 | March 23, 2026

Defend Digital Information with an Online Computer Science Degree in Cybersecurity

Information is power, and the number of cyber threats for data theft is rapidly increasing in today’s digital world. Liberty University’s computer science cybersecurity bachelor’s degree can help equip you with the training and skills you need to fight cybercriminals, terrorists, and data breaches within your company as well as on a national and global scale. Our School of Business has designed this program to help you handle a variety of technical and ethical challenges in the computer science field.

Our seasoned professors have years of experience and are ready to share their knowledge with you as you seek to gain a firm foundation in algorithms and problem-solving. By pursuing a cyber security bachelor’s degree, you can learn how to help companies build secure networks and protect important data. Partner with us and confer a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science – Cybersecurity that can help you get where you need to go.

Your officially conferred degree name will be Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science – Cybersecurity.

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Transfer in up to 75% of an Undergrad Degree
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Why Choose a Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity and Computer Science Online Degree?

Our computer science and cybersecurity professors have a wide range of knowledge, backgrounds, and skills. They can teach you how to overcome the challenges that arise in this industry and protect the security of our nation’s networks. Because our bachelor of cyber security is 100% online, you can pursue this degree without sacrificing time at work or with your family, church, or community.

Here’s what sets us apart:

Affordability | While other colleges are increasing their tuition, online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years. Our bachelor’s in computer science online degree follows our standard undergraduate tuition rate of just $390 per credit hour for full-time students. We also offer a variety of scholarship opportunities and specialized discounts – such as a military discount – so you could potentially earn your degree for even less!
Credibility | Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), so you can rest assured that you’re earning your degree from a well-respected institution.
Flexibility | Going back to school is a big decision, and we want to make the process as smooth as possible. Our 100% online, 8-week courses are designed to offer you maximum flexibility – giving you the freedom to earn your degree without putting your life on hold.
Hands-On Training | Throughout your courses, you won’t just study topics from a textbook – you’ll complete hands-on assignments and projects that will help you put your skills to the test. If you want to go a step further to boost your résumé, you can also complete an optional internship as part of your bachelor of computer science cybersecurity. The internship can be completed at an approved location near you, so you can gain valuable experience without having to leave your area!

Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.

What Will You Study in a Bachelor’s in Cyber Security and Computer Science Online Degree?

Throughout our online computer science and cyber security degree, you can gain skills that are essential in the computer and IT field. In this program, you’ll study topics like programming languages, data structures, and database management systems.

You can also learn how to implement and maintain complex software systems within cost boundaries and on schedule. Our online degree in computer science is designed to hone your technical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities – so you can prepare to face the unique challenges of this industry and develop creative solutions that help organizations of all sizes thrive.

Additionally, this online degree in cyber security and computer science covers important methods for fighting existing threats to computer security and equipping networks to withstand future attacks. You’ll also have room for elective courses while completing your online degree in cybersecurity and computer science. That way, you can customize your program to match your interests and goals. One option is to complete a computer science internship – giving you the chance to gain hands-on experience in your field!

Upon completing this degree in computer science online, you can be better equipped to:

Analyze applications to solve organizational needs
Carry out basic and advanced computer programming concepts using the C++ language
Construct solid defenses to guard against cyber attacks
Design and implement software that efficiently utilizes operating systems
Implement essential cryptographic protocols to protect information from digital threats

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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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Admission Requirements

Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9595.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
Send official high school transcripts or official GED test scores.*
- Students may be allowed to enroll in up to 12 credit hours with Liberty with the submission of our High School Self-Certification Form (login required – you will first need to claim your Liberty Account).
Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system).
- Unofficial transcripts can be used for acceptance purposes with the submission of a Transcript Request Form.
Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.

*Official high school transcript requirement may be waived with college transcripts from an accredited college/university showing at least 12 earned credit hours with an acceptable GPA.

Note: A 2.0 or above cumulative GPA is required for admission in good standing.

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High School Transcript Policy

Applicants may submit a High School Self-Certification Form in lieu of a final official high school transcript in order to enroll in up to 12 credit hours at Liberty University.

Applicants may submit a college transcript showing 12 or more credits from an accredited institution and a High School Self-Certification Form in lieu of high school transcripts.

Students must submit official high school transcripts, or official college transcripts showing at least 12 credit hours earned with an acceptable grade point average (GPA) from an accredited institution, in order to register for additional courses.

The official high school transcript, GED requirement, and High School Self-Certification Form can be waived if the applicant has earned an associate degree or higher.

Final transcripts must reflect all coursework and final grades received for grades 9-12, a graduation date, and an overall GPA. (Mailed transcripts must be in a sealed and unopened envelope.)

Unofficial College Transcript Policy

Unofficial transcripts combined with a Transcript Request Form can be used for admission. Official transcripts are required within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first, and will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.

Before sending unofficial college transcripts, please make sure they include the following:

Your previous school’s name or logo printed on the document
Cumulative GPA
A list of completed courses and earned credit broken down by semester
Degree and date conferred (if applicable)

Official College Transcript Policy

An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.

If the student uses unofficial transcripts with a Transcript Request Form to gain acceptance, all official transcripts must be received within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first. Failure to send all official transcripts within the 60-day period will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.

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International Applicants

If you are an international applicant, you may be required to have your international transcripts reviewed. Information regarding the transcript evaluation process for international students can be found by visiting NACES.

Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between computer science and cyber security?

As you study computer science, you’ll explore the math, logic, and programming skills needed to develop software, set up secure networks, and analyze algorithms. Cyber security is a specialized subset of this field that focuses on how to protect computers and networks from cyber attacks.

Because Liberty University’s computer science program integrates cyber security studies, you’ll receive a well-rounded education that can help you prepare for a variety of challenges. Some of the topics you’ll study include:

Database management
Information and computer security
Modern cryptography
Network architecture
Software engineering
System administration

Has Liberty University been recognized professionally in the cybersecurity sector?

Can you get a computer science degree online?

Yes! If you’re excited about the idea of protecting data and engineering new software, you can prepare to do all of this and more from the comfort of your home. Liberty’s bachelor’s in cybersecurity is available 100% online with 8-week courses and no set login times – so you can complete your courses on your schedule. And, with 8 different start dates offered each year, you can start your degree whenever you’re ready.

What can you do with a bachelor’s in cyber security and computer science?

Will this degree help me earn industry certifications?

Industry certifications are valuable credentials that can help you stand out in your field. If you already have one or more IT certifications, you may be able to earn course credit for your credentials – allowing you to finish your online bachelor’s in cybersecurity faster.

But what if you’re just getting started in this field? Or what if you already have some IT certifications but are looking to earn more? If that’s the case, we have just what you need. Many of the courses in our computer science bachelor’s degree online are designed to help prepare you for certification – so you can use the knowledge gained in this program to pursue new credentials for your career.

Is an online computer science degree respected?

As you research various cyber security schools online, you may be wondering whether an online cyber security bachelor’s degree offers the same rigor and credibility as an on-campus program. As long as you study computer science cyber security at a university that is accredited, you can be confident that your online bachelor’s in cybersecurity and computer science will hold weight as an advanced educational credential.

Liberty is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.

Not only that, but Liberty University has been designated a National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security Center of Academic Excellence for Cyber Defense Education (NSA/DHS CAE-CDE). By pursuing our computer science cybersecurity bachelor’s degree, you can receive a flexible, affordable, and high-quality education that equips you for the real world.

Is there an opportunity for practical experience in the cyber security bachelor’s degree program?

Can I earn college credit for my life experience in the cyber security program?

Will the courses in the cyber security program prepare me for IT certifications?

Are you ready to change your future?

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Why Choose a Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity and Computer Science Online Degree?

What Will You Study in a Bachelor’s in Cyber Security and Computer Science Online Degree?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between computer science and cyber security?

Has Liberty University been recognized professionally in the cybersecurity sector?

Can you get a computer science degree online?

What can you do with a bachelor’s in cyber security and computer science?

Will this degree help me earn industry certifications?

Is an online computer science degree respected?

Is there an opportunity for practical experience in the cyber security bachelor’s degree program?

Can I earn college credit for my life experience in the cyber security program?

Will the courses in the cyber security program prepare me for IT certifications?

Are you ready to change your future?

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