Bachelor in Homeland Security (Bachelor's)

For Bachelor in Homeland Security (Bachelor's), tuition is Tuition and fees are subject to change and are reviewed annually..

This programme prepares students for careers in law enforcement, homeland security, and emergency management. It focuses on intelligence gathering, border security, and crisis response within national defense systems. Students study the historical and societal impact of homeland security policies. The curriculum includes practical training through internships and leadership development.

Focus areas include Intelligence Gathering, Emergency Management, Border Security, Criminal Justice Administration, Cybersecurity, Terrorism Studies.

The programme requires 121 credit hours and includes coursework, internships, and leadership development. It is a concentration within the Criminal Justice degree.

Graduates enter roles in law enforcement, homeland security agencies, corrections administration, and risk compliance management.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Submit official transcripts and a completed application.

The programme totals about 121 credit hours. On-campus, full-time; 3-year option available. For international students, tuition is around the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 97% of applicants.

Thomas College is located in Waterville, Maine, on a 120-acre residential campus. With 672 undergraduate students, the college offers an environment where students are known by name, with an average class size of 17 and a 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Campus life includes housing, dining, health and wellness services, counseling, 30 student organizations, and 27 athletic programs.

Academic options cover business, education, global sustainability, cybersecurity, AI, mental health, health sciences, and other areas. Faculty design programs around workforce needs and connect classroom theory with practice through internships, innovation challenges, peer-led tutoring, and Career Navigators. About 70% of students complete one or more internships before graduation, giving students opportunities to build experience during their studies.

Thomas College developed its three-year bachelor's degree option through the Kiest-Morgan Scholar program and has expanded the option to nearly all academic programs. Students can also pursue a graduate degree through a one-year add-on, allowing some students to earn a bachelor's and master's degree in four years. International students can apply through the college's undergraduate or graduate admissions routes and may be eligible for scholarships and financial aid. Career preparation is a central part of the student experience, with support focused on helping graduates move into employment, graduate study, or military service.