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This program requires a total of 120 credits.
This program requires a total of 30 credits.
Take three courses (9 credits) chosen from the following courses. While not required, we recommend you complete an entire set of courses in one of the listed subject areas.
Take two courses (6 credits) chosen from the following:
If you completed your bachelor’s degree in homeland security at UMGC, an accelerated pathway between UMGC's graduate and undergraduate degree programs in that field may allow you to reduce your total coursework for this program.
This information is for students who enroll in the 2025–2026 academic year. As this is the first year this program is offered, there will be no differing UMGC program requirements for previous years. To review information about related educational programs, visit our program catalog archive.
Employers in the homeland security industry are looking for professionals who have market-relevant skills—and the educational credentials to prove it. This online program is designed to equip you with important skills in leadership, data analysis, critical thinking, conflict resolution, intelligence gathering, artificial intelligence, and effective communication.
UMGC refreshes and updates the curriculum regularly, with a focus on helping students achieve the following:
This program is designed to prepare you to apply advanced homeland security leadership theory in real-world settings, strengthening your leadership, analytical, and decision-making capabilities to address complex security challenges and advance in the field.
Gain insight from our faculty and staff and delve deeper into a range of topics, including an interview with key faculty members in this program, as well as information about pursuing a career that requires a security clearance.
Get answers to questions that current and prospective students are asking about program admission, credibility, and more.
UMGC’s online master’s degree in homeland security leadership is a 30-credit program that is designed to help you develop expertise in emerging technologies, key infrastructures, and intelligence frameworks that protect the country against both natural and human-made threats.
At UMGC, we want you to be satisfied with the investment you make in your education, and we work hard to keep our programs affordable. When you choose to pursue your online master’s degree in homeland security leadership at UMGC, you can rest assured that the quality of our curriculum is backed by the reputation of an accredited state university and the University System of Maryland.
Deciding whether a master’s degree is worth it for you ultimately depends on your individual needs and goals. If you're not sure whether this is the right program for you or need help figuring out how to fit the program into your life, don't hesitate to reach out to us—our advisors and success coaches are happy to help.
UMGC's online master’s degree in homeland security leadership is a 30-credit program with courses offered year-round. Depending on how many credits you complete each term and the number of credits you may be able to transfer, you can expect to graduate in as little as two years.
UMGC is committed to keeping our tuition and fees as affordable as possible. The online master’s degree in homeland security leadership follows the standard graduate program tuition rates, which appear at the top of this webpage. We also offer scholarships, an interest-free monthly payment plan, and no-cost digital materials in place of most textbooks to help make your education more affordable.
Students do not need any specific background to enroll in the online master’s degree in homeland security program at UMGC, but it’s recommended they have experience in the homeland security field, as it may enhance your ability to engage in meaningful, project-based learning. Prior experience applying critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills in complex organizational settings may also be valuable.
Our standard graduate admission requirements apply.
Students don't need any certifications to enroll in or complete the online master’s degree in homeland security program at UMGC.
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