by our College Data Analytics TeamFor its 2024 ranking, College Factual looked at 17 schools in the Southeast Region to determine which ones were the best for security science and technology students pursuing a master's degree. Combined, these schools handed out 317 master's degrees in security science and technology to qualified students.
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The security science and technology master's degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. Important measures of a quality security science and technology program can vary widely even among the top schools. When choosing a school we recommend considering some of the following factors:
A school that excels in educating for a particular major and degree level must be a great school overall as well. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges for a Master's Degree ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
To determine the overall quality of a graduate school, one factor we look at is the average early-career salary of those receiving their master's degree from the school. This is because one of the main reasons people pursue their master's degree is to enable themselves to find better-paying positions.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for security science and technology students working on their master's degree.
The security science and technology school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Security Science and Technology Master's Degree Schools in the Southeast Region.
Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.
Learn about the top ranked colleges and universities for security science and technology students seeking a a master's degree.
George Mason University is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a master's degree in security science and technology. GMU is a fairly large public university located in the large suburb of Fairfax.More information about a master’s in security science and technology from George Mason University
Florida State University is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a master's degree in security science and technology. Located in the medium-sized city of Tallahassee, Florida State is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in security science and technology from Florida State University
Kennesaw State University is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a master's degree in security science and technology. Located in the large suburb of Kennesaw, KSU Georgia is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in security science and technology from Kennesaw State University
It's difficult to beat West Virginia University if you wish to pursue a master's degree in security science and technology. Located in the city of Morgantown, WVU is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in security science and technology from West Virginia University
FIU is a fairly large public university located in the suburb of Miami.More information about a master’s in security science and technology from Florida International University
Located in the medium-sized city of Richmond, VCU is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in security science and technology from Virginia Commonwealth University
Located in the city of Birmingham, UAB is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in security science and technology from University of Alabama at Birmingham
Cumberlands is a large private not-for-profit university located in the remote town of Williamsburg.More information about a master’s in security science and technology from University of the Cumberlands
Regent is a fairly large private not-for-profit university located in the large city of Virginia Beach.More information about a master’s in security science and technology from Regent University
FGCU is a fairly large public university located in the suburb of Fort Myers.More information about a master’s in security science and technology from Florida Gulf Coast University
Explore the best security science and technology colleges for a specific state in the Southeast Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 208 | 77 |
| Georgia | 190 | 0 |
| Virginia | 182 | 135 |
| North Carolina | 178 | 13 |
| Tennessee | 166 | 2 |
| Alabama | 151 | 7 |
| Kentucky | 147 | 16 |
| Mississippi | 145 | 2 |
| West Virginia | 112 | 65 |
One of 4 majors within the Homeland Security, Law Enforcement & Firefighting area of study, Security Science and Technology has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Cybersecurity Defense Strategy/Policy | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | 2,280 |
| Homeland Security | 753 |
| Other Homeland Security | 187 |
| Fire Protection | 13 |
