BS in IT – Security and Data Networking Degree Online Pursue a Secure Future

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Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total

Do you want to be the go-to expert for network security in your business? Liberty University’s online Bachelor of Science (BS) in Information Technology (IT) – Security and Data Networking degree can help equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to lead with excellence and integrity in the expanding field of IT. Through our 100% online bachelor’s in information technology degree program, you can learn how to identify and address security problems, determine solutions, and take on real-world projects in the field of data networking and security.

Our Bachelor of Science in Information Technology is designed to challenge you to grow and provide you with quality training from experienced industry professionals. Technology is a vital part of growth for organizations. With our online computer networking degree, you too can become an integral part of nearly any business with the skills you learn at Liberty.

Your officially conferred degree name will be Bachelor of Science (BS) in Information Technology (IT) – Security and 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

Our purpose in creating a bachelor’s degree in data networking and security is to develop information technology (IT) professionals with a Christian worldview.

Through our online computer networking degree, you can learn about the effective and efficient convergence of information technology and business processes. This online networking degree can also teach you how to design relevant IT systems using methods that are consistent with business objectives.

Our bachelor of IT in security and networking degree online consists of courses designed to prepare you to become an asset to any team you are a part of. These classes can help prepare you to take the A+ certification through the Computing Technology Industry Association. The exam tests the competency of entry-level PC service professionals in installing, maintaining, customizing, and operating personal computers.

In step with the mission of Liberty University, the faculty who teach our IT networking bachelor degree seek to help you develop the values, knowledge, and skills you need to design effective IT solutions based upon industry best practices.


There is a growing need for IT workers, and this online data networking and security degree program can help you successfully fill that need. Classes within our security and networking degree track provide training on a variety of technical skills you need to be successful.

  • The Information Security Planning class can help teach you how to create an information security program and implement that program into a system.
  • Network Security studies the control of unwanted intrusions into a computer network, how to plan for these intrusions, and how to prevent them.
  • The program’s Cyber-Security course covers the essential topics of the field from the Official (ISC) 2 SSCP Certified Body of Knowledge as well as the 7 domains reviewed within the System Security Certified Practitioner certification.

Under the guidance of professors who teach challenging and updated content, you can use our degree to transition smoothly into your career. An online bachelor of information technology – network security degree from Liberty can help you feel prepared for nearly any IT task.

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Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.

To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no 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

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.

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