$342 per credit hour
for undergraduate programs
$608 per credit hour
for graduate programs
Associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees, plus add-on certificates
No Matter Where You Want To Go in Tech, We’ve Got You Covered
The Technology, Data, and Digital Innovation programs at Champlain College Online (CCO) are designed to provide versatile, multidisciplinary competencies that you can apply to specialized career paths, including developing software, protecting digital assets, or building gaming experiences.
The programs and certificates across our Cybersecurity, Gaming, and Information Technology areas of study incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) tools and workflows to help you work efficiently, adapt to emerging tools, and strengthen your technological capabilities. Combined with hands-on projects, customizable pathways for specialization, and industry-relevant coursework, you’ll emerge ready to navigate the dynamic technology landscape with confidence.
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Associate of Science (AS) in Cybersecurity
Learn hands-on skills in network security, ethical hacking, and information assurance to protect organizations from cyber threats.
Associate of Science (AS) in Digital Forensics
Gain practical skills to collect, analyze, and document digital evidence while building the legal knowledge to investigate cybercrime and network breaches.
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Cybersecurity
Study key principles of intrusion detection, ethical hacking, digital forensics, and networking security to advance your future in cyber defense.
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Forensics and Digital Innovation
Develop a knowledge of digital evidence recovery, security breaches, and cybercrime investigations to support businesses, law enforcement, and government agencies.
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Economic Crime Investigation
Build your knowledge in finance and digital forensics while learning applied skills to stand out in the fields of law enforcement, risk management, and accounting.
Master of Science (MS) in Cybersecurity Analytics
Build upon your technical skills and analytical mindset by leveraging data to predict, detect, and respond to cyber threats.
Master of Science (MS) in Cybersecurity Management
Learn how to develop and implement security frameworks to protect digital assets across complex organizational environments.
Master of Science (MS) in Cybersecurity Operations
Develop the technical expertise to protect against cyber threats while building your existing information technology (IT) knowledge to advance into specialized cybersecurity roles.
Master of Science (MS) in Digital Forensic Analytics
Build knowledge to analyze digital evidence using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning and communicate findings in legal and technical contexts.
Master of Science (MS) in Digital Forensic Science
Gain hands-on technical skills to gather and use digital evidence with a wide variety of scripting languages as well as cloud and software applications.
Cybersecurity Fundamentals Undergraduate Certificate
Develop cybersecurity fundamentals in networking, programming, and information security.
Available as a stand-alone credential or as an add-on certificate for current undergraduates at CCO
Advanced Cybersecurity Undergraduate Certificate
Build your knowledge of network and website security, mobile device risk and remediation, and ethical hacking principles.
Only available as an add-on certificate for current degree-seeking students at CCO
Digital Forensics Undergraduate Certificate
Learn the fundamentals of collecting, preserving, and analyzing digital evidence while building your knowledge of underlying legal frameworks.
Only available as an add-on certificate for current degree-seeking students at CCO
Cybersecurity for Business Leaders Graduate Certificate
Develop a deeper understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices to increase your professional impact.
Only available as an add-on certificate for current degree-seeking students at CCO
Cybersecurity Operations and Management Graduate Certificate
Build your knowledge of risk management approaches to information security, including cyberattack vulnerabilities and secure network design.
Only available as an add-on certificate for current degree-seeking students at CCO
Digital Forensics and Incident Response Graduate Certificate
Learn how to conduct threat intelligence and recommend mitigation and remediation strategies for criminal and civil investigations that use digital evidence.
Only available as an add-on certificate for current degree-seeking students at CCO
Digital Forensic Science Graduate Certificate
Gain advanced knowledge of digital forensics, from operating systems and mobile device analysis to digital evidence and network security breaches.
Only available as an add-on certificate for current degree-seeking students at CCO
Online Gaming Programs
Associate of Science (AS) in Interactive Game Design
Gain a fundamental knowledge of video game development, from conceptualization to production.
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Game Development
Study game development principles and methodologies while building skills in software programming, technical design, and project management.
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Interactive Game Design
Learn the principles of art, design, technology, and business tailored to modern game design, including systemic architecture, character development, and narrative structure.
Interactive Game Design Undergraduate Certificate
Learn foundational skills to design and build games that optimize player engagement through narrative development and technical implementation.
Only available as an add-on certificate for current degree-seeking students at CCO
Online Information Technology Programs
Associate of Science (AS) in Computer and Information Systems
Gain fundamental knowledge and hands-on skills needed to launch an information technology (IT) career.
Associate of Science (AS) in Computer Science
Learn the foundations of programming, data structures, and emerging technologies to tackle real-world computing challenges.
Associate of Science (AS) in Data Science
Get a hands-on foundation in data analysis, statistical modeling, and visualization to prepare for entry-level roles in business intelligence and information technology (IT).
Associate of Science (AS) in Software Development
Build on your technical knowledge with skills that are valuable in software design, web development, computer programming, and artificial intelligence (AI).
Associate of Science (AS) in Web Design and Development
Learn skills in both creative design and coding to build fully functional websites that prioritize user experience and achieve business goals.
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer and Information Systems
Gain hands-on skills using the latest technologies to manage and secure network systems — ideal for working adults seeking careers as computer information systems (CIS) professionals.
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science
Learn foundational concepts in mathematics and programming while building skills in computer architecture, systems administration, and emerging technologies.
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Develop the skills you need to take the lead in fields ranging from machine learning to data analytics while getting hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools and real-world applications.
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Information Technology
Study network architecture, programming, and cybersecurity fundamentals while building technical skills to launch a career in the fast-paced world of information technology (IT).
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Software Development
Build on your existing skill set through hands-on learning with cutting-edge technologies and various programming languages.
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Web Design and Development
Learn skills to bridge digital creative design with back-end programming to build websites that engage audiences and support business goals.
Master of Science (MS) in Information Technology
Level up your technical expertise with advanced skills in risk management, databases, and scripting — ideal for professionals with backgrounds in computer information systems (CIS), software development, and web design development.
Master of Science (MS) in Software Engineering and Project Management
Bridge the gap between software development and project management while cultivating your leadership approach and learning how to design high-quality software solutions that align with organizational goals.
Blockchain Undergraduate Certificate
Learn how to apply blockchain principles to increase information security in different contexts.
Only available as an add-on certificate for current degree-seeking students at CCO
C++ Programming Undergraduate Certificate
Build a solid foundation in object-oriented programming (OOP) using C++.
Only available as an add-on certificate for current degree-seeking students at CCO
Computer Science Undergraduate Certificate
Gain a comprehensive foundation in multiple technical disciplines through hands-on learning.
Only available as an add-on certificate for current degree-seeking students at CCO
Data Science Undergraduate Certificate
Develop hands-on skills using data and analytics tools to gain key insights and solve challenges.
Only available as an add-on certificate for current degree-seeking students at CCO
Information Technology Fundamentals Undergraduate Certificate
Learn foundational skills in Python, database design, and cybersecurity to support entry into information technology (IT) roles.
Only available as an add-on certificate for current degree-seeking students at CCO
Advanced Information Technology Undergraduate Certificate
Build next-level technical skills in areas such as network design, programming, and systems administration.
Only available as an add-on certificate for current degree-seeking students at CCO
Software Development Undergraduate Certificate
Learn to design and create stand-alone and web-based software applications and database-driven applications.
Only available as an add-on certificate for current degree-seeking students at CCO
Web Design Undergraduate Certificate
Develop and design interactive web elements to support effective, accessible, and usable websites.
Only available as an add-on certificate for current degree-seeking students at CCO
Web Programming Undergraduate Certificate
Learn the most commonly used programming languages to build interactive, database-driven websites.
Only available as an add-on certificate for current degree-seeking students at CCO
Data Science Graduate Certificate
Learn how to capture, maintain, process, analyze, and communicate information through exploratory data analysis.
Only available as an add-on certificate for current degree-seeking students at CCO
Software Engineering and Project Management Graduate Certificate
Gain skills to specify, model, and manage the delivery of quality software products.
Only available as an add-on certificate for current degree-seeking students at CCO
“I knew that I wanted to go into cybersecurity, specifically digital forensics and incident response, and I liked what I was learning at Champlain. That geared me toward seeking incident response or digital forensics positions going out of college.”
Alex Cartwright
Class of 2021, Champlain College
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CCO acknowledges that learning comes in many forms and grants transfer credit to students from various backgrounds and life experiences, including prior community college coursework, military service, corporate training, and industry certifications.
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Learn to Leverage AI
Our technology programs don’t shy away from AI — we embrace its growing role in the modern-day tech landscape. All students receive free access to Claude Pro, and faculty are incorporating AI tools and workflows into coursework, so you can develop practical AI fluency, master emerging technologies, and increase efficiency while maintaining creative integrity.
Rankings and Recognition
Champlain College ranks No. 18 (tied) among U.S. News & World Report’s Most Innovative Schools — Regional Universities North for 2026. We were also named one of The Princeton Review’s Best Colleges for 2026.
We also rank No. 11 on The Princeton Review’s 2026 Top 50 Undergraduate Schools for Game Design list and were named one of SC Magazine’s Best Cybersecurity Higher Education Programs in the United States in 2013, 2015, and 2021.
Champlain College is designated as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Our program faculty are connected to organizations such as the FBI, DHS, and the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM).
Serving Students Across the U.S.
Champlain College Online (CCO) blends the institution’s 148-year history of high-quality higher education programs with a proven 30-year reputation of delivering innovative online programs that empower students to advance their professional goals while equipping them with adaptable, agile skills to thrive in the modern workplace. Our mission to serve working professionals extends far beyond our brick-and-mortar campus in Burlington, Vermont, inviting students from all 50 states and across the globe to experience life-changing education in a format that makes sense for them.