Homeland Security, Bachelor of Science

Program Objectives

Develop Comprehensive Knowledge of Homeland Security Frameworks:

• Equip students with a deep understanding of the key concepts, policies, and frameworks that underpin homeland security. This includes knowledge of terrorism, emergency management, cyber security, and border protection, as well as the legal and ethical considerations involved in homeland security operations.
   

Cultivate Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills:

• Train students to critically assess and respond to various threats to national security by analyzing data, assessing risks, and developing strategies to mitigate potential risks. This includes the ability to evaluate the effectiveness of current security measures and propose improvements.
   

Enhance Leadership and Operational Skills:

• Prepare students for leadership roles within homeland security agencies and the private sector by developing their operational skills in crisis management, decision-making, and interagency coordination. Emphasis is placed on real-world scenarios, teamwork, and the practical application of learned skills to ensure graduates are ready to lead in dynamic and high-pressure environments.
  

Internships 

Internships in the Homeland Security Program provide outstanding opportunities for students to apply academic content in a practical, real-world environment. Eligible juniors and seniors may earn three to six credits interning in various governmental security agencies and some of the most dynamic corporate security organizations in the New York/New Jersey metropolitan area. Students receive valuable experience while making important industry contacts, which may lead to future career opportunities.

Career Opportunities

The homeland security field has been one of the fastest-growing industries in recent years. Government and corporate-sector employers are turning to qualified security professionals to protect valuable resources, combat losses, and mitigate hazardous threats. You can prepare for an exciting career in this field through this Bachelor of Science degree program at St. John’s University. Offered through The Collins College of Professional Studies, the Homeland Security Program prepares students for executive leadership careers in the homeland security sector.

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Labs

St. John’s offers access to outstanding academic resources. Facilities include high-tech classrooms, laboratories and our 1.7 million-volume University Library. Our new D’Angelo Center is a five-story, 127,000-square-foot University and Student Center with classrooms, lecture halls, a Starbucks Café and a full-service food court.

Check out the Homeland Security Simulation lab on the CCPS Centers and Laboratories page. This advanced classroom-based simulator immerses students in realistic scenarios involving natural and man-made disasters, as well as critical incidents faced by the criminal justice system.

Student Experiences and Honor Society Information: 

The Homeland Security Students Association at St. John’s University bridges academic studies with real-world opportunities by sponsoring an array of interesting events and providing unique resources for all students interested in the homeland security field. From dynamic guest presentations to memorable educational excursions, the Homeland Security Students Association is a vital part of the educational experience at St. John’s University.

The Collins College of Professional Studies offers membership in the following honor societies:

• The Collins College of Professional Studies Honor Society: Recognizing undergraduates who demonstrate academic excellence and involvement in campus, church or community activities. Applicants must have completed a minimum of 60 credits (30 in CPS) with an index of 3.5 for all coursework.
   
• Alpha Phi Sigma: The Alpha Epsilon Rho Chapter of this criminal justice honor society, for students with a 3.2 overall index (including transfer credits) and a 3.2 index in the Criminal Justice major.
   
• Order of the Sword & Shield National Honor Society for Homeland Security, Intelligence, Emergency Management, Cyber and Information Security, and all Protective Security Disciplines inducts homeland security students with an overall 3.25 index.

Admission

For more information about admission to this and other acclaimed undergraduate programs at St. John’s University, please visit Undergraduate Admission online. Or contact us directly at the campus of your choice:

Admission Office - Queens Campus
718-990-2000
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Scholarships

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Advance your Degree

Continue your education with a Master of Professional Studies degree in Homeland Security and Criminal Justice Leadership.