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Homeland Security in South Carolina

Homeland Security Schools in South Carolina

Jobs for Homeland Security Grads in South Carolina

There are 7,640 people in the state and 1,052,540 people in the nation working in Homeland Security jobs.

Homeland Security Jobs Nationwide vs. SC

Wages for Homeland Security Jobs in South Carolina

In this state, Homeland Security grads earn an average of $90,381. Nationwide, they make an average of $127,497.

Homeland Security Wages Nationwide vs. SC

Our data covers 6 colleges in South Carolina offering Homeland Security degrees. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

#1

Lander University

Greenwood

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $36,764 a year. About 68% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 69%.

#2

Columbia College

Columbia

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $42,036 a year. The school admits about 96% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 53%.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $41,774 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 53%, getting in takes some planning. 82% of full-time students return after their first year.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $43,348 a year. Undergrads from South Carolina pay around $4,564 a year in tuition.

Graduates earn a median salary of $30,630 in their first year after graduation. About 98% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 66%.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $22,037 after earning their degree at this institution. 62% of full-time students return after their first year. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $12,630 a year.

Homeland Security Careers in SC

Some of the careers Homeland Security majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Managers, All Other $95,684
Emergency Management Directors $72,305
Compliance Managers $117,178
First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $52,907
Loss Prevention Managers $165,723
Postsecondary Teachers, All Other $68,967
Regulatory Affairs Managers $77,828
Wind Energy Operations Managers $122,567
First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers $75,304
Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers $99,321
Wind Energy Development Managers $169,952
First-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All Other $32,201

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Homeland Security.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Criminal Justice & Corrections 102,547
Fire Protection 15,202
Security Science and Technology 9,173
Other Homeland Security 1,217

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View Nationwide Homeland Security Report

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