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Homeland Security Schools in Virginia

In 2020-2021, 124 students earned their Homeland Security degrees in VA.

In terms of popularity, Homeland Security is the 129th most popular major in the state out of a total 289 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Homeland Security Majors in Virginia

Homeland Security majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 92
Post-Master’s Certificate 17
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 17
Master’s Degree 11
Associate Degree 4

Gender Distribution

In Virginia, a homeland security major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of homeland security majors in Virginia is as follows:

  • Asian: 17.7%
  • Black or African American: 12.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 11.3%
  • White: 46.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 4.0%
  • Other Races: 8.9%
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Jobs for Homeland Security Grads in Virginia

In this state, there are 23,720 people employed in jobs related to a homeland security degree, compared to 866,300 nationwide.

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Wages for Homeland Security Jobs in Virginia

A typical salary for a homeland security grad in the state is $89,580, compared to a typical salary of $76,990 nationwide.

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There are 6 colleges in Virginia that offer homeland security degrees. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

94 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
38,541 Total Students

In their early career, GMU grads earn an average salary of $55,303. The average student takes 4.36 years to complete their degree at GMU. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.

19 Degrees in Major Awarded
25% Graduation Rate
295 Total Students

9 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The 3.30% student loan default rate is lower than average. The full-time teacher rate is 100%.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
61% Graduation Rate
2,692 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.13 years to graduate. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. The full-time teacher rate is 65%.

#3

ECPI University

Virginia Beach
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
14,353 Total Students

In their early career, ECPI University grads earn an average salary of $34,780. This private institution charges an average net price of $22,432. 84% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#5

Virginia Tech

Blacksburg
2 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
37,024 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 66% get financial aid. The student loan default rate of 1.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. In their early career, Virginia Tech grads earn an average salary of $60,842.

#6

Liberty University

Lynchburg
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
93,349 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $29,382. The average student takes 4.47 years to complete their degree at Liberty University. The 6.30% student loan default rate is lower than average.

Homeland Security Careers in VA

Some of the careers homeland security majors go into include:

Job Title VA Job Growth VA Median Salary
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Professors 17% $0
Emergency Management Directors 13% $82,860
Managers 11% $130,590
Protective Service Worker Supervisors 9% $56,150
Police and Detective Supervisors 9% $85,300

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to homeland security.

Major Annual Graduates in VA
Criminal Justice & Corrections 2,948
347
Other Homeland Security 112
Fire Protection 41

View all majors related to Homeland Security

View Nationwide Homeland Security Report

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