Cybersecurity Online Program

  • Bachelor of Science
  • School of Cybersecurity

Degree completion

  • For students with some college credits
  • Complete at least 30 credits online from ODU
OR

Full degree

  • A start-to-finish curriculum for students to earn a degree online from ODU
  • 30 credit hours minimum
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Why ODU for Cybersecurity?

The information technology job market is growing. Employers need skilled cybersecurity professionals to protect computer systems, networks, and online data.

In ODU's bachelor's program, you'll learn how to troubleshoot and identify potential security lapses. You'll also learn how to collect forensic evidence for prosecution. This online program's courses include lectures, computer lab sessions, and research projects.

In this unique interdisciplinary program, you'll have the option of taking courses from:

  • computer engineering
  • computer science
  • criminal justice
  • engineering management
  • information technology
  • modeling and simulation engineering
  • philosophy

When you graduate, you will earn a Bachelor of Science in cybersecurity.

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NSA National Center of Academic Excellence

Old Dominion University has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence (CAE) by the National Security Agency (NSA) in all three focus areas:

  • National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD)
  • National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Operations (CAE-CO)
  • National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Research (CAE-R)

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  • Ranked #7

    Best Online Bachelor's Degrees in Cybersecurity, 2024 - Forbes Advisor

  • Ranked #8

    Best Online Bachelor's in Cybersecurity, 2024
    - AcademicInfluence.com

  • Required Courses

    ODU's cybersecurity curriculum includes calculus, physics, and a number of computer engineering and computer science courses that require good math skills.

    To earn a bachelor's degree from ODU, you must complete at least 30 credit hours with us. This Bachelor of Science in cybersecurity requires 120 total credit hours.

    Military Transfer Pathway

    ODU has a signed military pathway agreement for this program. This agreement may grant academic credit to U.S. military service members and veterans for their experience and training.

  • Online Learning Environment

    Access course materials online from any location. Some classes will have live, regular online meeting times, while others will not. The instructor may schedule assignments and exams at specific times. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

Cost & Aid

Careers in Cybersecurity

Bright Outlook

Employment of information security analysts is projected to grow 32 percent from 2022 to 2032.
— Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, April 2024

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  • How to Apply

    This program is available completely online, which means you can apply to ODU as a freshman.

    Already have college credits? Before you apply, our enrollment team can provide a free transfer evaluation to see how your credits will transfer to ODU.

    No matter where you're starting, we'll help you succeed from application to graduation.

  • Get Guaranteed Admission to ODU

    ODU has partnered with the Virginia Community College System and select educational institutions to make transferring easy. 

    Learn more about Guaranteed Admission to ODU.