At a Glance
- 100% online coursework
- Choose from 3 tracks: Cyber, Emergency Management, or Open Study
- Ranked as a “Best Online Master’s Program in Criminal Justice” by U.S. News & World Report
- Networking opportunities with alumni and field-tested faculty
- Exclusive resources in partnership with the CHDS
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Skilled homeland security professionals are in high demand as the U.S. faces growing challenges from terrorism, cybersecurity threats, and other natural or human-caused disasters. Offered by the Pace University Dyson College of Arts and Sciences, the online MA in Homeland Security prepares students to effectively respond to and recover from natural and human-caused disasters and mitigate the impact of terrorist attacks. By combining essential leadership and management skills with in-depth knowledge of homeland security strategies, the program equips students with the tools required to help keep the nation safe.
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Best Online Master in Criminal Justice Programs
Our MA in Homeland Security program is also consistently ranked as a Best Online Master Program in Criminal Justice by U.S. News & World Report.
Curriculum and Coursework
Ideally located just blocks from the World Trade Center, Pace University’s Manhattan campus is a hub for the study of homeland security. Our online MA in Homeland Security students benefit from the same rigorous curriculum and access to resources as our on-campus students, and have the opportunity to study subjects including:
- Public sector management
- Public sector strategic planning and budgeting
- US Constitution and ethical issues
- Policy analysis and program evaluation
- International human rights
- Intelligence gathering strategies
- Technology and critical infrastructure protection
- Public health issues for homeland security leaders
- Psychology and terrorism
- Computer and Internet forensics
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To learn more about the MA in Homeland Security, fill out the fields in this form to download a free brochure. If you have any questions at any time, please contact an enrollment specialist at (914) 758-1080.
Specialize Your Studies
Students can customize their skillset with a choice between these three tracks:
- Cyber
Hone your studies in cybersecurity with coursework in information security and computer forensics.
- Emergency Management
Take a deep dive into what it takes to protect critical infrastructure with this specialty option.
- Open
Study the field of homeland security broadly with an array of electives to choose from.
A Master in Homeland Security isn’t just about protecting a nation but about preparing ethical, informed leaders to handle the most urgent challenges of our time.
Cathryn Lavery, PhD, Professor and Department Chairperson
Who Can Benefit from the Online Homeland Security Program?
The online MA in Homeland Security equips individuals from a range of educational and professional backgrounds including cybersecurity, criminal justice, emergency management, fire service, public health, military, teaching, psychology, and more to respond to unforeseen threats or disasters. These students often have goals that may include:
- Entering the field of homeland security
- Transitioning to a different branch within homeland security
- Being promoted to leadership positions in the field
- Obtaining a higher salary
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of the Best Schools that provide return on investment for Social Work & Criminal Justice Majors according to PayScale
CHDS-Approved Curriculum
As a participant in the Center for Homeland Defense and Security (CHDS) University Agency and Partnership Initiative (UAPI), the online MA in Homeland Security curriculum offers a number of courses from the official CHDS master’s course catalog as well as two specialized courses unique to the MHS. In addition, students have access to the CHDS Homeland Security Digital Library and all other resources.
The professors at Pace really allow you to develop yourself, and the more I can keep myself apprised of what’s happening, the more I can keep us safer.
Amery Bernhardt, MHS, Sergeant at Westchester County Department of Public Safety
Expert Faculty with Real-World Homeland Security Experience
The online MHS has assembled a diverse group of faculty members with a wide range of real-world experience in the field of homeland security, including professionals from:
- The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
- State and local police, fire, and emergency management agencies
- Public health organizations
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the majority of our students complete the degree part-time while maintaining a full-time work schedule.
Full-time students typically complete the degree in two years, taking nine to twelve credits per semester. Part-time students typically complete the degree in three to four years. Regardless of part- or full-time status, students are allowed up to 10 years to complete the degree.
Applicants can expect to receive an admission decision via email and US Postal Service within five business days from when a completed application is submitted. You can also visit the Application Dashboard to check your application status.
Though courses in the program are primarily asynchronous, faculty and students may decide to work together synchronously through Classes, our online learning platform.
No. Distance learners in the online MHS program are not required to visit the campus, but are always welcome. You are also encouraged to visit the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, which is located near our Manhattan campus.
For more information, visit the Pace MA in Homeland Security FAQ page.
