Best Cybersecurity Programs in Kentucky: 2026 Rankings
32 programs at 13 schools in Kentucky.
Updated
The strongest cybersecurity programs in Kentucky on this list are led by Northern Kentucky University, University of the Cumberlands, and Owensboro Community & Technical College. Schools are ordered using our ranking for Kentucky, drawn from 32 programs at 13 schools.
Best cybersecurity programs in Kentucky
Rank
School
Location
1
Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, KY
2
University of the Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY
3
Owensboro Community & Technical College
Owensboro, KY
4
Bluegrass Community & Technical College
Versailles, KY
5
Murray State University
Murray, KY
6
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY
7
Sullivan University
Louisville, KY
8
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
9
University of Pikeville
Pikeville, KY
10
American National University-Louisville
Louisville, KY
11
Campbellsville University
Campbellsville, KY
12
Lindsey Wilson University
Columbia, KY
13
Union Commonwealth University
Barbourville, KY
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 82% of programs on this list have full scoring data. Read the full ranking methodology.
Top schools in Kentucky
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
Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, KY
Cybersecurity Program
Overview
Availability: Online
Estimated tuition total: $15,500
Credits: 120
Best for: Working adults comparing this online cybersecurity path on cost and fit
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD)
Program summary
Northern Kentucky University is based in Highland Heights. Delivery is fully online—confirm live vs recorded sessions and any intensives.
Best for: Working adults comparing this online cybersecurity path on cost and fit (Western Kentucky University)
Program summary
Students looking at Bowling Green will find Western Kentucky University on this list. Delivery is fully online—confirm live vs recorded sessions and any intensives. AI/ML is a concentration on a data science or analytics master's—not a standalone AI degree.
What are the best cybersecurity programs in Kentucky?
On this state ranking, Northern Kentucky University, University of the Cumberlands, and Owensboro Community & Technical College appear near the top. We list 13 schools offering cybersecurity programs in Kentucky. Confirm format and admissions on each school site.
How many cybersecurity programs are in Kentucky?
About 32 cybersecurity programs at 13 schools show up for Kentucky 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 82% 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.
