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 to protect critical systems, close the cybersecurity workforce gap and build a safer future for future generations.
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Next Application Deadline: July 15
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.
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.
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.
Gain hands-on experience with the program’s online Cyber Operations and Resilience Learning Lab. Prepare for internships and a career in cybersecurity by learning information technology and cybersecurity tools, techniques and processes that are used in the industry.
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.
Why Choose Boise State Online?
Customizable Learning Paths
The cybersecurity program offers flexible options, including optional certificates, hands-on learning, teaching opportunities and practical application on your path toward a bachelor’s degree.
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.
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.
Student Support
From application to graduation, students are supported throughout their journey at Boise State.
Hear From Our Graduates
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.”
Marissa Wilson
“The program gave me in-depth knowledge of how to research. No matter where I go in my career, I’m going to be able to find the answers and be successful.”
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.”
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 11% 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 and the most affordable online cybersecurity bachelor’s degrees. 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.
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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