Online Homeland Security, MA

• A personal statement explaining to the Graduate Admission Committee why you would like to pursue the program of graduate study you have chosen. Additional information regarding your academic performance, as well as professional experience, may also be included in the supplement.
• A resume or outline describing at least the past five years of your employment history and any significant community, professional, or college extracurricular activities.
• Two letters of recommendation are optional but strongly recommended. If you choose to submit letters of recommendation in support of your application, letters should be from academic or professional references who can knowledgeably comment on your ability to successfully complete graduate study. Please note that the Graduate Admission Committee reserves the right to require letters of recommendation on a case-by-case basis.
• All Official Transcripts: Transcripts from every accredited college or university attended (not just the degree granting institution) must be sent either to Pace University, directly from the academic institution electronically or by mail, or forwarded by the applicant in sealed envelopes from the academic institution.

Per credit: $920 | Total cost of program: $26,600
*Tuition based on current year and subject to change.

Fall Term 
August 1 

Spring Term 
December 1 

Make an appointment to meet with you admission counselor.

Every admitted student is automatically considered for all available financial aid options, assessed based on both availability and individual need. Financial resources include:

• Merit-based Scholarships: Awards of up to $7,000, automatically considered during the application process.
• Graduate Assistantships: Opportunities for hands-on experience while earning financial support.
• Endowed Scholarships: Awards funded by generous donors to support student success.
• Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan: A federal loan program with favorable terms.
• Work-Study Programs: Part-time work opportunities to help fund your education.
• Military Benefits: Includes the GI Bill®, the Yellow Ribbon Program, and Pace’s Veteran Tuition Scholarship.

Graduate Funding: Find out what changes are coming in 2026 with the end of Grad PLUS, and what financing options are still available to you.

For more information about affordability and the full range of financial aid options, visit Pace University Financial Aid.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Homeland security is a multidisciplinary field focused on protecting people, critical infrastructure, communities, and national interests from threats such as terrorism, cyberattacks, natural disasters, public health emergencies, and other hazards. Homeland security professionals work across government agencies, emergency management organizations, law enforcement, intelligence operations, cybersecurity teams, and private-sector security departments to prevent threats, prepare for emergencies, coordinate response efforts, and support recovery initiatives.

A master's degree in homeland security can prepare professionals for leadership and analytical roles in emergency management, intelligence analysis, cybersecurity, disaster response, public safety, federal agencies, and private-sector security organizations.

Homeland security continues to be an important field as organizations seek professionals who can address emerging challenges related to cybersecurity, terrorism prevention, critical infrastructure protection, emergency preparedness, and disaster recovery.

Homeland security focuses broadly on preventing, protecting against, responding to, and recovering from threats to public safety and national security. Emergency management specifically concentrates on planning for, responding to, and recovering from disasters and emergencies.

Yes. Homeland security professionals increasingly work at the intersection of security and technology. Programs that include cybersecurity, information security, digital investigations, and critical infrastructure protection may support careers in cyber-focused security roles.

Pace University's online MA in Homeland Security consists of 30 credits and can be completed in as little as 1.5 years.