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Online Bachelor's Degree in Cyber Operations and Resilience

Cybersecurity threats to our national and global security are increasing every day. Stay ahead with an online Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Applied Science in Cyber Operations and Resilience.

Gain the skills needed to protect critical systems, close the cybersecurity workforce gap and build a safer future for future generations.

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Next Application Deadline: April 15

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Admission to Boise State Online is offered every seven weeks throughout the fall, spring and summer semesters. While the current application deadline has passed, you can still apply for an upcoming session.

Apply now to start classes this May!

The online cybersecurity bachelor’s degree is delivered in a convenient, 100% online format featuring seven-week courses and six start dates a year. All application materials must be received by the deadline to be considered for the program. You must apply separately for admission to Boise State University.

Program Details

Use the program detail cards to learn more about the bachelor’s degree in cyber operations and resilience. Register for a free online information session.

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About the Online Cybersecurity Bachelor’s Degree

Boise State’s online cybersecurity bachelor’s degree is an asynchronous, 100% online program with no in-person requirements. Learn from cyber industry leaders and prepare to enter a meaningful career where anticipating, detecting, mitigating and managing cybersecurity threats is crucial. No math or technical background is required.

Two Degree Options

The Bachelor of Science in Cyber Operations and Resilience is for students with an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science or no prior college credits.

The Bachelor of Applied Science in Cyber Operations and Resilience is designed for students who have earned an Associate of Applied Science or have some technical associate credits. This degree offers the same cybersecurity content and allows you to leverage up to 47 of your technical credits earned at another accredited institution.

Industry Partnerships

Boise State’s online cybersecurity programs are aligned with the industry’s top training, cloud and technology solutions providers. VMware IT Academy, Palo Alto Academy and Cisco Networking Academy have joined our growing list of partners who provide free access to training resources for our students.

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Paloalto Networks Cybersecurity Academy

Why Choose Boise State Online?

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Customizable Learning Paths

The cybersecurity program offers flexible options, including supplementary certificates, hands-on learning, teaching opportunities and practical application on your path toward a bachelor’s degree.

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Designed For You

With asynchronous courses and part-time or full-time options, you can earn your degree and advance your career in the cybersecurity field.

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Real-World Application

The online cybersecurity bachelor’s degree equips you with the expertise needed to ensure the operational security of complex systems in business, academia and government.

Emphasis Areas and Certificates

You can add a cyber emphasis area to your non-cyber bachelor’s degree! Visit the cyber undergraduate emphasis areas page for more information.

Certificates can be added to a bachelor’s degree or earned as stand-alone credentials. These 12-credit cyber certificates can be completed in as few as two semesters.

What is a Certificate, Credential, Emphasis or Minor?

Student Support

From application to graduation, students are supported throughout their journey at Boise State.

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Hear From Our Graduates

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Jacorious Smith

“The program does a great job with having resources and hands-on tools for you to be familiar with before you actually work with those tools on the job. It’s not just theory. You’re actually getting hands-on experience with a lot of things.”

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Ashley Furr

“[Cybersecurity is] definitely more of a thinking degree. We learn a lot about how people, processes and technology work together to form resilience at its core.”

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Tyler Dibble

“The program forced me to think critically in many respects. These skills are invaluable and will certainly benefit me in my future endeavors.”

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get a cybersecurity degree 100% online?

Yes. Boise State’s online cybersecurity bachelor’s degree is a 100% online program with no in-person requirements. The program also offers options for full- and part-time schedules.

What is the cost per credit?

The cost per credit for the online Bachelor of Science in Cyber Operations and Resilience is $395.

Does cybersecurity require math?

Yes, but the level can vary depending on the role. Entry-level roles in cybersecurity may not be as math-focused, but they could require a basic understanding of mathematical concepts, theory or statistical analysis. The more technical or advanced cybersecurity fields will involve more mathematical knowledge. That said, a lot of cybersecurity roles focus more on critical thinking and problem-solving as opposed to complex math.

What type of military support is available?

With 25% of our students having a military affiliation, we are a premier program for military support and career advancement. Boise State offers comprehensive resources through our Veteran Services Center and Military Programs.

Where can I find more information about the program?

The Bachelor of Science in Cyber Operations and Resilience offers several opportunities to attend online info sessions with student success coaches to get your questions answered and learn what it takes to get your bachelor’s in cyber operations and resilience. They’ll also debunk common myths about online education, talk about what makes a Boise State online degree competitive and explain the application and financial aid processes. 

Visit the information sessions page for dates and times and to register for an upcoming session.

Among The Top In The Nation

Earning an online cybersecurity bachelor’s degree from Boise State University can help open doors to opportunities and a promising future.

Boise State’s online programs are specifically created for online learning, offer the same support as our traditional degree programs and are ranked in the top 13% of online bachelor’s degrees in the country by U.S. News and World Report.

The online Bachelor of Science in Cyber Operations and Resilience is listed among the nation’s best online cybersecurity degrees of 2024 by Forbes. Forbes selected the program for its fully online, stackable degree format with no in-person requirements.

Cybersecurity Guide ranked the online Bachelor of Science in Cyber Operations and Resilience among the best online cybersecurity bachelor’s degrees of 2025. Our program was recognized based on Boise State’s designation as a Center for Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity, as well as factors like graduation rates, student-faculty ratio, admission rates and tuition costs.

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We Bring The Blue To You

Students in Boise State’s online cybersecurity bachelor’s degree can be found across the nation.

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Undergraduate Cyber Operations and Resilience Students – Fall 2024

Support Cybersecurity Students

Donate to the CORe Scholarship Fund and help a cybersecurity student prepare for a changing world.

Follow the link and select “Other” under the designation. Type in “CORe Scholarship” to ensure your donation goes to cybersecurity students.

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