24 Best Public Cybersecurity Universities in the USA

Compare 63 programs at 24 universities in the USA — graduates, earnings, debt and costs from the federal record on every listing.

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24 universities · ranked best first

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Virginia Commonwealth University

Richmond, Virginia · Public University · Est. 1968

US #83 ROI A Admissions open

Net price: $23,433/yr
Admission rate: 93%
Earnings (10yr): $58,128
Students: 20,753

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West Virginia University

Morgantown, West Virginia · Public University · Est. 1867

US #84 ROI A Admissions open

Net price: $15,634/yr
Admission rate: 89%
Earnings (10yr): $55,939
Students: 17,385

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University at Albany

Albany, New York · Public University · Est. 1844

US #91 ROI B Admissions open

Net price: $17,167/yr
Admission rate: 69%
Earnings (10yr): $67,979
Students: 12,564

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University of Central Missouri

Warrensburg, Missouri · Public University · Est. 1871

US #139 ROI D Admissions open

Net price: $14,462/yr
Admission rate: 64%
Earnings (10yr): $49,560
Students: 5,648

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Western Washington University

Bellingham, Washington · Public University · Est. 1893

US #145 ROI A Admissions open

Net price: $21,193/yr
Admission rate: 93%
Earnings (10yr): $62,569
Students: 13,544

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University of Nebraska at Omaha

Omaha, Nebraska · Public University · Est. 1908

US #157 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $13,441/yr
Admission rate: 87%
Earnings (10yr): $53,909
Students: 11,488

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Washburn University

Topeka, Kansas · Public University · Est. 1865

US #160 ROI D Admissions open

Net price: $15,280/yr
Earnings (10yr): $49,774
Students: 4,562

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University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, Arkansas · Public University · Est. 1927

US #165 ROI F Admissions open

Net price: $17,248/yr
Admission rate: 59%
Earnings (10yr): $45,265
Students: 4,949

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University of Maryland-Baltimore County

Baltimore, Maryland · Public University · Est. 1966

US #178 ROI B Admissions open

Net price: $16,467/yr
Admission rate: 72%
Earnings (10yr): $69,960
Students: 10,701

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University of Wisconsin-Green Bay

Green Bay, Wisconsin · Public University · Est. 1965

US #240 ROI A Admissions open

Net price: $13,369/yr
Admission rate: 89%
Earnings (10yr): $52,528
Students: 6,341

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Valley City State University

Valley City, North Dakota · Public University · Est. 1889

US #286 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $11,890/yr
Admission rate: 99%
Earnings (10yr): $52,725
Students: 958

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West Liberty University

West Liberty, West Virginia · Public University · Est. 1837

US #296 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $15,366/yr
Admission rate: 97%
Earnings (10yr): $43,296
Students: 1,511

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University of Colorado Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs, Colorado · Public University · Est. 1965

US #298 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $15,788/yr
Admission rate: 97%
Earnings (10yr): $54,659
Students: 8,697

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University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

Whitewater, Wisconsin · Public University · Est. 1868

US #306 ROI A Admissions open

Net price: $14,158/yr
Admission rate: 86%
Earnings (10yr): $55,356
Students: 9,405

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University of Wisconsin-Platteville

Platteville, Wisconsin · Public University · Est. 1866

US #381 ROI A Admissions open

Net price: $16,032/yr
Admission rate: 89%
Earnings (10yr): $61,760
Students: 5,837

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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

La Crosse, Wisconsin · Public University · Est. 1909

US #442 ROI A Admissions open

Net price: $16,210/yr
Admission rate: 76%
Earnings (10yr): $60,378
Students: 9,277

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University of Washington-Tacoma Campus

Tacoma, Washington · Public University · Est. 1990

US #486 ROI A Admissions open

Net price: $10,163/yr
Admission rate: 83%
Earnings (10yr): $78,466
Students: 4,185

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University of Washington-Bothell Campus

Bothell, Washington · Public University · Est. 1990

US #498 ROI A Admissions open

Net price: $12,319/yr
Admission rate: 91%
Earnings (10yr): $78,466
Students: 5,457

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University of Illinois Springfield

Springfield, Illinois · Public University · Est. 1969

US #515 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $9,833/yr
Admission rate: 86%
Earnings (10yr): $57,103
Students: 2,263

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University of North Texas at Dallas

Dallas, Texas · Public University · Est. 2000

US #577 Admissions open

Net price: $6,420/yr
Admission rate: 84%
Students: 2,878

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University of South Carolina Beaufort

Bluffton, South Carolina · Public University · Est. 1959

US #623 ROI B Admissions open

Net price: $14,656/yr
Admission rate: 73%
Earnings (10yr): $48,088
Students: 2,052

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University of Arkansas Grantham

Little Rock, Arkansas · Public University · Est. 1951

US #746 ROI A Admissions open

Net price: $8,370/yr
Earnings (10yr): $63,496
Students: 2,833

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University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Pembroke, North Carolina · Public University · Est. 1887

US #803 ROI F Admissions open

Net price: $10,260/yr
Admission rate: 93%
Earnings (10yr): $43,407
Students: 5,330

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University of Maine at Presque Isle

Presque Isle, Maine · Public University · Est. 1903

US #983 ROI F Admissions open

Net price: $7,035/yr
Admission rate: 100%
Earnings (10yr): $40,956
Students: 1,913

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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities for public Cybersecurity universities in the USA?

By our composite ranking, the top choices include Virginia Commonwealth University, West Virginia University, University at Albany. The full ranked list above shows each one's national rank, costs and admission data.

How much does it cost to study public Cybersecurity universities in the USA?

Costs vary widely by university: public institutions charge in-state residents far less than out-of-state and international students, and private universities set one price for everyone. Every listing above shows the published tuition and net price we hold from the federal College Scorecard, so you can compare like with like.

Can international students work while studying public Cybersecurity universities in the USA?

Yes, within the rules of the F-1 student visa: on-campus work during term, Curricular Practical Training tied to the program, and Optional Practical Training (OPT) after graduating — with a longer extension for eligible STEM degrees.

About public Cybersecurity universities in the USA

This page lists public Cybersecurity universities in the USA held in our database, ordered by a composite score that combines QS World positions, our editorial star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. Program and cost figures come from the US Department of Education's College Scorecard. Use the filters to narrow by subject, level, university type or location; every combination has its own address you can bookmark or share.

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