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, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how Waldorf ranks among other schools offering degrees in homeland security.
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Waldorf was ranked #8 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for homeland security majors. This puts the bachelor's program at the school solidly in the top 15% of all colleges and universities in the country. It is also ranked #1 in Iowa.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Homeland Security Associate Degree Schools | 3 |
| Best Homeland Security Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 4 |
| Best Homeland Security Schools | 8 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Waldorf University handed out 71 bachelor's degrees in homeland security. This is a decrease of 5% over the previous year when 75 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of homeland security students who receive their bachelor's degree at Waldorf is $66,446. This is higher than $48,676, which is the national median for all homeland security bachelor's degree recipients.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at Waldorf paid an average of $332 per credit hour. No discount was available for in-state students. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $23,800 | $23,800 |
| Fees | $1,420 | $1,420 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,578 | $1,578 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $9,448 | $9,448 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,720 | $3,720 |
Learn more about Waldorf tuition and fees.
Of the 71 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Homeland Security from Waldorf in 2021-2022, 83% were men and 17% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Waldorf University with a bachelor's in homeland security.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 18 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 45 |
Waldorf does not offer an online option for its homeland security bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Waldorf Online Learning page.
Of the 15 students who earned an associate's degree in Homeland Security from Waldorf in 2021-2022, 87% were men and 13% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Waldorf University with a associate's in homeland security.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 5 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 10 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the homeland security majors at Waldorf University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fire Protection | 71 |
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | 37 |