by our College Data Analytics TeamIn 2020-2021, strategic intelligence was the 972nd most popular major nationwide with 493 degrees awarded. This is a difference of 147 over the prior year, a growth of 29.8%.
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A high school diploma or equivalent is typically required for most strategic intelligence degree programs and many students will need a minimum GPA and SAT/ACT score depending on the school. Once you obtain your degree, additional strategic intelligence certifications required to pursue a career in this field.
There are many different strategic intelligence degree levels. You can get anything from a in strategic intelligence to the highest strategic intelligence degree, a . Different strategic intelligence degrees vary in how long they take.
| Degree | Credit Requirements | Typical Program Length |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Degree | 60-70 credits | 2 years |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 120 credits | 4 years |
| Master’s Degree | 50-70 credits | 1-3 years |
| Doctorate | Program required coursework including thesis or dissertation | At least 4 years |
As you might expect, salaries for strategic intelligence graduates vary depending on the level of education that was acquired.
Strategic Intelligence is one of 6 different types of Intelligence & Command Control Operations programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Intelligence | 2,261 |
| Cyber/Electronic Operations & Warfare | 917 |
| Signal/Geospatial Intelligence | 46 |
| Information/Psychological Warfare & Military Media Relations | 21 |
| Other Intelligence, Command Control & Information Operations | 4 |