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Homeland Security Schools in Virginia

28 students earned Homeland Security degrees in Virginia in the 2020-2021 year.

As a degree choice, Homeland Security is the 115th most popular major in the state.

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
Post-Master’s Certificate 17
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 17
Master’s Degree 11

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: 7.1%
  • Black or African American: 28.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.1%
  • White: 53.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 3.6%
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Jobs for Homeland Security Grads in Virginia

23,720 people in the state and 866,300 in the nation are employed in jobs related to homeland security.

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Wages for Homeland Security Jobs in Virginia

In this state, homeland security grads earn an average of $89,580. Nationwide, they make an average of $76,990.

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

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

53% of the teachers are full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.50%. In their early career, GMU grads earn an average salary of $55,303.

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

The 3.30% student loan default rate is lower than average. 100% of the teachers are full time. Graduates earn an average $58,244 after graduation.

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

The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.13 years. An average student at Lynchburg will pay a net price of $23,134.

#3

ECPI University

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

84% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. In their early career, ECPI University grads earn an average salary of $34,780.

#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. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 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

The 6.30% student loan default rate is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 34% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it.

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

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

Major Annual Graduates in VA
Criminal Justice & Corrections 632
184
Other Homeland Security 14

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