Bachelor of Arts in Homeland Security Studies
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Bachelor of Arts in Homeland Security Studies Degree at a Glance
TRANSFER
Transfer up to 60 credits to meet the 120-credit requirement. Earn your degree in two to four years.
FACULTY
Nationally recognized faculty who practice what they teach and help you succeed beyond the classroom.
LOCATION
Flexible online courses that match your schedule. Accelerate your career without putting your life on pause.
BENEFITS
Course credit for experience and 20% tuition discounts available. Tuition $477-$596/credit hour.
ADMISSIONS
Rolling admissions. No test scores. No recommendations. Four start dates. We make the admission process easy.
What You Will Learn While Earning Your Degree in Homeland Security Studies
Program courses cover a broad range of topics, from homeland security and border protections to emergency management, counterterrorism, and critical infrastructure protection. The bachelor’s degree program is suitable for those currently working in the field, such as military personnel or emergency medical technicians, as well as prospective students looking to change career fields completely and earn their undergraduate degree.
- Domestic & International Terrorism
- Critical Infrastructure
- Maritime & Border Security
- American Foreign Policy
Students must complete 120 credit hours of courses and electives. Review the Homeland Security Studies degree course requirements.
Expert Faculty
By day, our professors are leaders in the fields of intelligence, security, and emergency response. They bring their daily experience to the classroom to ensure you are learning real-world professional skills to further your career. Industry leaders serving on program advisory boards ensure faculty teach relevant curriculum connected to the real-world.
SoPA Faculty Feature
“Our practicioner faculty is focused on one thing—preparing the next generation of homeland security and emergency management professionals.”
Michael Wallace, Ed.D.
Emergency & Security Studies Program Director
Retired military intelligence officer with 20 years of active service
Prepare for Exciting Careers in Emergency & Security
With a Bachelor of Arts in Homeland Security Studies, graduates will be prepared to enter a plethora of job fields, including cyber security, emergency management, and infrastructure management. As demand grows for eligible candidates in the emergency and security sectors, students can pursue a diverse range of careers within public safety organizations, government agencies, and private corporations.
Graduates may find success in any of the following positions:
- Emergency Management Specialist
- Special Agent
- Cyber-security Manager
- Safety Manager
- Disaster Recovery Coordinator
- Emergency Response Coordinator
- Terrorism Financial Analyst
- Emergency Management Logistics Manager
- Intelligence Analyst
- Infrastructure Protection Analyst
- Security Analyst
- Counter-terrorism Analyst
SoPA Student Spotlight
“SoPA gave me much more than a textbook education. It gave me the ability to approach my professional life with a broader outlook and a more capable network.”
Chris Cox
Tulane SoPA class of 2018
Engaging & Flexible Student Experience, On-Campus & Online
Partnerships that translate into industry certifications, credit for experience, & career advancement opportunities.
Never watch a boring PowerPoint. We’ve developed the most interactive courses around.
Our courses are constantly refreshed and informed by what leaders in emergency & security fields expect from graduates.
Navigate degree requirements and prepare for the workforce with help from our academic advisors and career counselor.
Tuition and Aid
Tulane SoPA is more affordable than traditional private university tuition. With limited fees and a 20% tuition discount (if qualified), cost is on par with many state schools.
All tuition is charged by the credit hour and we have minimal fees. Visit our tuition page to see our current tuition rates and use our net price calculator.
We strive to make higher education affordable by offering 20% discounts, financial aid, and credit for work and life experience. Learn about financial aid, discounts and scholarship opportunities to fund your bachelor's in Homeland Security Studies today.
Admissions
Apply anytime—no test scores or letters of recommendation are required.
For undergraduate programs, applicants must have obtained a high school diploma or a general equivalent diploma and will fill out a short application. Review admissions information for your Homeland Security Studies degree.
You may transfer up to 60 credits to our undergraduate programs. Review admissions information for applying as a transfer student.
Admissions Deadlines
Spring Semester
Summer Session I
Summer Session II
Fall Semester
Earn Your Degree in Homeland Security Studies at Tulane SoPA
Interested in putting your skills to work for your future? Start your application today to earn your degree in Homeland Security Studies from a world-renowned university.
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