Best Cybersecurity Programs in Idaho: 2026 Rankings
24 programs at 9 schools in Idaho.
Updated
The strongest cybersecurity programs in Idaho on this list are led by College of Western Idaho, Boise State University, and Idaho State University. Schools are ordered using our ranking for Idaho, drawn from 24 programs at 9 schools.
Best cybersecurity programs in Idaho
Rank
School
Location
1
College of Western Idaho
Nampa, ID
2
Boise State University
Boise, ID
3
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID
4
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID
5
North Idaho College
Coeur d'Alene, ID
6
College of Eastern Idaho
Idaho Falls, ID
7
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, ID
8
College of Southern Idaho
Twin Falls, ID
9
Lewis-Clark State College
Lewiston, ID
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 77% of programs on this list have full scoring data. Read the full ranking methodology.
Top schools in Idaho
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
College of Western Idaho
Nampa, ID
Cybersecurity Program
Overview
Availability: On campus
Estimated tuition total: $8,340 (in-state)
Credits: 60
Best for: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD)
Program summary
College of Western Idaho is based in Nampa. 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 (University of Idaho)
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD, CAE-R)
Program summary
University of Idaho sits in Moscow. University of Idaho's cybersecurity program is worth a close look; confirm delivery mode on the school’s program page.
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 (College of Southern Idaho)
Program summary
Students looking at Twin Falls will find College of Southern Idaho on this list. Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw.
What are the best cybersecurity programs in Idaho?
On this state ranking, College of Western Idaho, Boise State University, and Idaho State University appear near the top. We list 9 schools offering cybersecurity programs in Idaho. Confirm format and admissions on each school site.
How many cybersecurity programs are in Idaho?
About 24 cybersecurity programs at 9 schools show up for Idaho 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 77% 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.