Earn Your Bachelors in Cybersecurity Online

An Online Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity That’s Affordable & Flexible

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Earn Your Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity Online1

Cybercrime poses a continuing and evolving challenge for government agencies, healthcare and educational institutions, and businesses of all sizes. American Public University’s (APU) Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity will build your capacity to face this enemy, building your understanding of cyber defense, cyber operations, cyber exploitations, cyber intelligence, cyber crime, cyber forensics, and cyber law.

APU’s programs are online with 24/7 access and no set login times.2 At APU, there are no entrance exams and classes start every month, so you can begin quickly and control your schedule. Ask us about transfer credit opportunities to help you save time and money in completing your degree.3


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NSA/DHS-Recognized

APU is part of American Public University System, which has been designated by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education.

Ways to Save and Pay on Your Bachelor's

Explore your options to make learning affordable.

Scholarships and Loans
Scholarships are awards that do not need to be repaid. Loans do require repayment and come from banks, credit unions, credit cards, and private companies.
Federal Student Aid
Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to see what you qualify for. Our advisors can answer questions about federal student aid.
Personal Funds
We accept MasterCard®, Visa®, Discover, ApplePay®, GooglePay®, PayPal®, and e-checks. You can also use our Automatic Debit Plan to spread out payments.
Veterans Benefits
Veterans and their families receive a tuition grant. These grants represent a savings on our standard tuition rate. Eligible family members are parents, spouses, legal partners, siblings, and dependents of veterans. Financial aid advisors help veterans navigate their education benefits too.
A Special Rate For Our Military
$250 Per Credit Hour*
APU gives all eligible undergraduate and master’s-level students a Preferred Military Rate.
University-Funded Grants
We offer a variety of tuition grants to help all achieve their academic goals. These grants represent a savings on our standard tuition rate.
Employer Benefits
Does your employer offer tuition assistance? Some organizations have partnerships with us that provide tuition benefits.

* All U.S. active-duty servicemembers, National Guard members, Reservists, and military families, (parents, spouses, legal partners, siblings, and dependents) are eligible for the Preferred Military Rate of $250/credit for undergraduate and master’s-level courses. The Preferred Military Rate, which is applied automatically, supersedes all other university grants and special rates, and cannot be combined with any other special promotions. Please note that a technology fee applies to master’s-level courses.

Making Quality Higher Education Within Reach

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For Return on Investment

Reflecting our commitment to deliver value.6

$360
Per Credit Hour

Tuition for associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, and undergraduate certificates. Request information to learn how you can save with one of our tuition grants.

$250
Per Credit Hour

For undergraduate and master’s-level programs with APU’s Preferred Military Rate for eligible students.7

$0
Ebooks

We provide no-cost ebooks for all undergraduates.

$0
Transfer Credit Evaluation

APU does not charge to evaluate and apply eligible transfer credit.8

$0
Application Fee

There is no cost to apply for undergraduate and master’s-level programs.

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Why You Should Earn This Bachelor's From APU

Leading-Edge Learning

APU’s program aims to prepare you for the rigors of protecting people and assets from the consequences of a cyberattack. Course topics include hardening operating systems, securing databases, cryptography concepts, biometrics, and cyber warfare.

Essential Know-How

Develop the knowledge to strategically assess, plan, design, and implement effective cybersecurity defenses for public and private sectors.

Collaborative Learning

You will study alongside APU’s unique group of peer working professionals representing government, military, public sector, and public safety communities.

Real-World Perspective

Faculty provide an engaging learning environment, sharing their practical knowledge from government agencies, the military, technology firms, and Fortune 500 companies.

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Classes begin May 4.

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There is no cost to apply for undergraduate and master’s-level programs.9