Best Cybersecurity Programs in Georgia: 2026 Rankings
87 programs at 25 schools in Georgia.
Updated
The strongest cybersecurity programs in Georgia on this list are led by Augusta University, Columbus State University, and Georgia Southern University. Schools are ordered using our ranking for Georgia, drawn from 87 programs at 25 schools.
Best cybersecurity programs in Georgia
Rank
School
Location
1
Augusta University
Augusta, GA
2
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA
3
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA
4
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
5
Chattahoochee Technical College
Acworth, GA
6
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA
7
Middle Georgia State University
Macon, GA
8
Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville, GA
9
Augusta Technical College
Augusta, GA
10
University of Georgia
Athens, GA
11
Georgia College & State University
Milledgeville, GA
12
University of North Georgia
Dahlonega, GA
13
Georgia Military College
Milledgeville, GA
14
Strayer University-Georgia
Chamblee, GA
15
Mercer University
Macon, GA
16
Athens Technical College
Athens, GA
17
Herzing University
Atlanta, GA
18
Central Georgia Technical College
Warner Robins, GA
19
Albany Technical College
Albany, GA
20
West Georgia Technical College
Waco, GA
School names are plain text in the table. Profiles and write-ups are below when available.
How we ranked this list
We order schools on this page using our ranking method, with more weight on affordability (35%), student outcomes (30%), curriculum (15%). Figures draw from published school tuition and U.S. Department of Education outcomes data when available. Schools cannot pay for a higher rank. About 88% of programs on this list have full scoring data. Read the full ranking methodology.
Top schools in Georgia
Each school lists a quick overview (program, estimated cost, format) plus a short program summary with links to official school pages and related program paths. Tuition figures are published estimates—confirm current totals on the school’s program page before you apply.
1
Augusta University
Augusta, GA
Master of Science · Cybersecurity Management and Technology
Best for: Working adults comparing this online cybersecurity path on cost and fit (Georgia Southern University)
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD)
Program summary
Georgia Southern University sits in Statesboro. Delivery is fully online—confirm live vs recorded sessions and any intensives. This is an information technology degree, not a standalone cybersecurity major.
Online Master of Science in Information Technology — Cyber Security & Forensics
Overview
Availability: Online
Estimated tuition total: $9,025 (~$301/credit)
Credits: 30
Best for: Working adults comparing this online cybersecurity path on cost and fit (Middle Georgia State University)
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD)
Program summary
Students looking at Macon will find Middle Georgia State University on this list. Delivery is fully online—confirm live vs recorded sessions and any intensives.
Associate in Cybersecurity / Information Assurance
Overview
Availability: On campus
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: Confirm on school site
Best for: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery (Gwinnett Technical College)
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD)
Program summary
Students looking at Lawrenceville will find Gwinnett Technical College on this list. Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw.
Best for: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery (Augusta Technical College)
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD)
Program summary
Start with Augusta Technical College if this ranking angle matches your goals. Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw.
What are the best cybersecurity programs in Georgia?
On this state ranking, Augusta University, Columbus State University, and Georgia Southern University appear near the top. We list 25 schools offering cybersecurity programs in Georgia. Confirm format and admissions on each school site.
How many cybersecurity programs are in Georgia?
About 87 cybersecurity programs at 25 schools show up for Georgia on this list. Confirm current offerings on each school site.
Online or campus?
Both can appear on state lists. Check each program’s delivery format and any required campus visits.
How does AIDegrees rank these programs?
We order schools on this page using our ranking method, with more weight on affordability (35%), student outcomes (30%), curriculum (15%). Figures draw from published school tuition and U.S. Department of Education outcomes data when available. Schools cannot pay for a higher rank. About 88% of programs on this list have full scoring data. See the full ranking methodology for weights and data sources.
Does NSA CAE matter in this state?
CAE designation helps for some federal and defense paths. We score official CAE map matches when available—still verify on the school site.
