Best Cybersecurity Programs in Kansas: 2026 Rankings
24 programs at 16 schools in Kansas.
Updated
The strongest cybersecurity programs in Kansas on this list are led by Fort Hays State University, Kansas State University, and University of Kansas. Schools are ordered using our ranking for Kansas, drawn from 24 programs at 16 schools.
Best cybersecurity programs in Kansas
Rank
School
Location
1
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS
2
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS
3
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS
4
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS
5
Butler Community College
El Dorado, KS
6
Rasmussen University-Kansas
Topeka, KS
7
University of Saint Mary
Leavenworth, KS
8
Friends University
Wichita, KS
9
Hutchinson Community College
Hutchinson, KS
10
Kansas Wesleyan University
Salina, KS
11
Manhattan Area Technical College
Manhattan, KS
12
Ottawa University-Kansas City
Overland Park, KS
13
Ottawa University-Online
Overland Park, KS
14
Ottawa University-Ottawa
Ottawa, KS
15
Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology
Wichita, KS
16
Southwestern College
Winfield, KS
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 78% of programs on this list have full scoring data. Read the full ranking methodology.
Top schools in Kansas
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
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS
MPS in Cybersecurity
Overview
Availability: Online
Estimated tuition total: $10,463 (~$349/credit)
Credits: 30
Best for: Working adults comparing this online cybersecurity path on cost and fit
Accreditation: HLC
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD)
Program summary
Fort Hays State University's program is the one profiled here. Delivery is fully online—confirm live vs recorded sessions and any intensives.
Bachelor’s Degree in Cyber Systems Design & Dynamics (Machine Learning and Autonomous Systems concentration)
Overview
Availability: Varies
Estimated tuition total: $52,284
Credits: 120
Best for: technical AI curriculum
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-R)
Program summary
Kansas State University is based in Manhattan. Expect the parent degree’s core plus an AI-focused set of electives—confirm how many credits must be AI-labeled before you treat it as an AI credential.
Associate in Cybersecurity / Information Assurance
Overview
Availability: On campus
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: 60
Best for: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD)
Program summary
Johnson County Community College sits in Overland Park. Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw. Plan on roughly 2 years.
What are the best cybersecurity programs in Kansas?
On this state ranking, Fort Hays State University, Kansas State University, and University of Kansas appear near the top. We list 16 schools offering cybersecurity programs in Kansas. Confirm format and admissions on each school site.
How many cybersecurity programs are in Kansas?
About 24 cybersecurity programs at 16 schools show up for Kansas 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 78% 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.
