by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. Also, learn how The American University ranks among other schools offering degrees in homeland security.
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The bachelor's program at The American University was ranked #17 on College Factual's Best Schools for homeland security list.
In 2022, 47 students received their master’s degree in homeland security from The American University. This makes it the #14 most popular school for homeland security master’s degree candidates in the country.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at The American University was $1,856 per credit hour for both in-state and out-of-state students. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $55,724 | $55,724 |
| Fees | $819 | $819 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $17,012 | $17,012 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $1,620 | $1,620 |
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Online degrees for the The American University homeland security bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the The American University Online Learning page.
Homeland Security majors graduating with a master's degree from The American University make a median salary of $70,939 a year. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $75,773.
Of the 64 students who graduated with a Master’s in homeland security from The American University in 2022, 47% were men and 53% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 59% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from American University with a master's in homeland security.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7 |
| White | 38 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 14 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the homeland security majors at American University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | 104 |
| Security Science and Technology | 4 |
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