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. In addition, we cover how GWU ranks in comparison to other schools with security science and technology programs.
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GWU is in the top 10% of the country for security science and technology. More specifically it was ranked #8 out of 105 schools by College Factual.
In 2022, 25 students received their master’s degree in security science and technology from GWU. This makes it the #18 most popular school for security science and technology master’s degree candidates in the country.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at GWU paid an average of $2,080 per credit hour. No discount was available for in-state students. Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $64,508 | $64,508 |
| Fees | $290 | $290 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,400 | $1,400 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $16,300 | $16,300 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $1,625 | $1,625 |
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GWU does not offer an online option for its security science and technology bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the GWU Online Learning page.
Security Science and Technology majors graduating with a master's degree from GWU make a median salary of $53,979 a year. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $59,047.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, 20 students graduated with a master's degree in security science and technology from GWU. About 5% were men and 95% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from George Washington University with a master's in security science and technology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 4 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 8 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the security science and technology majors at George Washington University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | 86 |
| Homeland Security | 82 |
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