Overview

You’ll explore global and domestic threats, digital crime, disaster response, and ethical policy through an interdisciplinary lens.

Whether you're already in law enforcement or public administration (or looking to get into the field) this online degree in Security Studies from SUNY Empire State College gives you the knowledge and tools to lead in high-stakes environments.

Earn your security studies degree online and explore critical topics like homeland security, cybersecurity, emergency response, and global threats.

Develop in-demand skills in research, analysis, and strategic planning that prepare you for careers in law enforcement, public administration, intelligence, and emergency services.

Careers

An online bachelor’s in security studies prepares you for dynamic careers in public service, safety, and technology. Possible career paths include:

Homeland Security Analyst

Cybersecurity Specialist

Emergency Management Coordinator

Intelligence Analyst

Law Enforcement Officer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Security Studies

Homeland Security

Security Implications of Global Climate Change

Leadership & Management in Disaster Response

International Dimensions of Security

Counterterrorism in a Changing World

Social Science Research Methods

Legal & Ethical Foundations of Public Service

Privacy Security & Freedom: Social Concerns for the 21st Century

Digital Crime & Digital Terrorism

Cyber Crime & Computer Forensics

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-05 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Saratoga Springs, United States

Disciplines

Terrorism & Security View 50 other Bachelors in Terrorism & Security in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Proof of high school completion

Official transcripts are required for associate and bachelor’s degree admissions and must be sent directly from your previous college or university.

A $50 nonrefundable orientation fee is required with your application. Your application won’t be processed without it.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

42360 USD / full

≈ 42360 USD / full
Out-of-State

42360 USD / full

≈ 42360 USD / full
Domestic

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In-State

35400 USD / full

≈ 35400 USD / full

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Scholarships Information

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Key information

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Language

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Credits

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Scholarships Information

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