Available Degree Programs
Master of Science in Criminal Justice – Homeland Security (M.S.)
Master of Science in Homeland Security and Disaster Management (M.S.)
Master of Science in National Security – Homeland Security (M.S.)
Master of Science in Public Safety – Homeland Security (M.S.)
Advanced Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security
Prepare to Safeguard Our Nation from Foreign and Domestic Threats and Disasters with an Online Graduate Degree in Homeland Security
If you have a passion for protecting others and feel the patriotic drive to defend our nation, a degree in homeland security may be right for you. Liberty University offers several 100% online degree programs that are related to homeland security. Each program offers a different foundation on which an understanding of homeland security can be built.
As there are many different careers that are involved in the defense of our country, it’s important to pick the degree that best suits you. The core courses in the M.S. in Homeland Security and Disaster Management are specifically tailored to give you the best education possible. You are also given the choice of elective course(s). You can choose between different graduate courses in the Helms School of Government. This allows you to tailor your education to your interests and career goals.
If you’re also interested in the areas of criminal justice, national security, or public safety, Liberty University offers degree programs that combine homeland security with these other fields. A deep understanding of homeland security and its relationship with other positions and agencies can help you achieve your future career goals by providing a well-rounded education.
If you aren’t ready to complete a full graduate program or you are looking to supplement your previous education, Liberty’s Advanced Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security may be the right fit for you. In this program, you can take several homeland security courses that can help you specialize your education and possibly advance your career. A shorter program without a thesis or capstone can help you get a leg up on the competition faster!
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, bachelor’s, master’s, specialist, and doctoral degrees. Accreditation ensures that Liberty University has met strict standards with regard to degree programs, faculty, administration, student support, and services. Accreditation also ensures that courses students take and degrees earned through Liberty University will be accepted by other accredited institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Potential Career Options
M.S. in Criminal Justice – Homeland Security
- Customs/immigration inspector
- Emergency management director
- First-line supervisor of law enforcement
- Special agent
M.S. in Homeland Security and Disaster Management
- Emergency management director
- First responder/crisis response officer
- Homeland security director
- Law enforcement officer
- Public safety compliance officer
- Public safety training officer
- Security director/management consultant
M.S. in National Security – Homeland Security
- Defense program project manager
- Federal law enforcement officer
- Homeland security program analyst
- Immigration services officer
- International or domestic terrorism analyst
- Secret service member
- Security specialist
Advanced Certificate in Homeland Security
- Citizenship and immigration services
- Counterterrorism
- Domestic and international terrorism
- Transportation security
M.S. in Public Safety – Homeland Security
- Emergency management director
- First responder/crisis response officer
- Homeland security director
- Law enforcement officer
- Public safety compliance officer
- Public safety training officer
- Security director/management consultant
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and afforable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts — $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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