Criminal Justice With Concentration in Homeland Security
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Why Choose a Concentration in Homeland Security?

If you are someone with a deep interest in the criminal justice field, you understand that significant threats persist well beyond your local jurisdiction. A BA in Criminal Justice with a Concentration in Homeland Security will equip you to respond to forces that threaten the well-being of our nation’s citizens, economy and critical infrastructure.

From terrorism prevention to border security to disaster preparedness, you’ll gain the tools needed to analyze security threats and coordinate with government agencies to address them. Your education in criminal justice and homeland security will prepare you to work in a variety of professional environments at the federal, state and local levels.

Criminal Justice With Concentration in Homeland Security Curriculum

University of Arkansas Grantham’s 100% online coursework is designed to help you prepare for success.

Program Snapshot:
Program Core Credits:
66
General Education Core Credits:
36
Concentration Credits:
18
Total Credit Hours:
120
Accreditation(s):
DEAC
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Homeland Security

Program Core

What Can I Do After Studying Homeland Security?

Our concentration in Homeland Security prepares you for critical roles in national security, emergency management and law enforcement with real-world courses. Our graduates acquire skills that can be applied to various sectors, including:

  • Emergency management and disaster response
  • Counterterrorism and risk mitigation
  • Cybersecurity\ and information assurance
  • Intelligence analysis and operations
  • Critical infrastructure protection
  • Homeland security policy and law
  • Border security and immigration enforcement
  • Public safety and crisis communication

This degree also lays a strong groundwork for advanced education or certifications in related specialties. For those interested in combating cybercrimes, we offer a BS in Cybersecurity.

Why Choose UA Grantham to Study Homeland Security?

Affordable Homeland Security Education

Your path to a degree starts with a no-cost application, helping to remove financial barriers to receiving a high-quality education. We also boast one of the lowest costs per credit hour in the U.S1.

Additionally, all students who pursue a criminal justice and homeland security degree will receive a complimentary laptop to more easily keep up with coursework demands.

Start on Your Schedule and Learn Anywhere

Our unique academic structure is anchored by eight-week terms that start every month. This means fewer courses at a time for students who truly want to focus and the ability to start a degree program without having to wait for a semester break.

Our criminal justice and homeland security courses are offered entirely online, so you can study when and where it’s most convenient for you. This, coupled with weekly assignment due dates that encourage you to work at a steady pace, makes our degree programs a great way to follow your passion while managing your busy life.

Focused Homeland Security Curriculum

UA Grantham’s BA in Criminal Justice with a Concentration in Homeland Security is a specialized degree program that aims to equip students with in-depth knowledge about topics like border intelligence, terrorism prevention and disaster preparedness.

You’ll encounter rigorous courses in national and coastal security, counterterrorism, emergency planning and more. Paired with our comprehensive criminal justice curriculum, this program provides you with the tools you need for success.

Get Instant Assistance as a UAG Student

We also provide access to a student learning center with services designed to support you as you earn your degree. In addition to library resources, workshops and technology support, you’ll also get four hours of no-cost tutoring per month so that you can build the skills you need for success.

UA Grantham is proud to be a military-friendly institution. We support veterans and service members by providing guidance and access to tuition assistance. By applying credit for military training, life experience and prior college coursework, you can fast-track your path to graduation, potentially cutting it by up to 75%, and avoid unnecessary classes.

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Talk to a dedicated admissions representative and get answers to all your Criminal Justice questions. Give us a call at 800-955-2527 or email us at admissions@uagrantham.edu.
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