Computer Science Cyber Security Bachelor’s Degree Code Crusaders: Fight Cybercrime

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Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total

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 earn a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science Cybersecurity that can help you get where you need to go.


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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 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, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting. 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.


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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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.