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Our varied and flexible degree programs allow you to concentrate on your specific interests. Plus, you will gain the communication, critical thinking, leadership and decision-making skills that will set you apart.

Programs

  • Bachelor of Security Studies (B.S.S.) in Border and Homeland Security
  • Bachelor of Border Security (B.B.S.)
  • Online
A border and homeland security degree will prepare you for a career in the military, border patrol or local, state and federal law enforcement.
  • Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Criminal Justice
  • Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Criminal Justice
  • Online
  • Hybrid (Online and In Person)
A criminal justice degree will prepare you for law enforcement careers, positions in crime analysis or homeland security, or for law school.
  • Master of Science (M.S.) in Criminal Justice
  • Online
Our online master’s in criminal justice degree provides deeper knowledge of criminal justice policy and practices to help you advance your career.
  • Master of Science (M.S.) in Global Security Studies
  • Online
Our global security studies degree will prepare you to begin or advance your career in the military, federal agencies and international relations.
  • Master of Science (M.S.) in Homeland Security
  • Online
The online homeland security degree will prepare you to start or advance your career in the military or local, state and federal law enforcement.
  • Bachelor of Security Studies (B.S.S.) in Intelligence and Analysis
  • Bachelor of Intelligence and Analysis (B.I.A.)
  • Online
An intelligence and analysis degree will prepare you for a career in the military, security agencies and the national intelligence community.
  • Master of Security Studies (M.S.S.) in Intelligence and Analysis
  • Online
The online intelligence and analysis degree will prepare you to start or advance your career in the military or the national intelligence community.

 A student currently enrolled in good standing in one of the department’s graduate degrees may apply to pursue a second master’s upon successful completion of the initial degree. A maximum of 12 credit hours may be transferred from the initial degree to the second degree. A recommendation by the program coordinator for the second degree and approval of the department chair is required prior to applying for the new degree.

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The security of our homes, cities, states and national borders is perhaps the most important issue facing our country today. Your ASU degree is your ticket to join an exciting and dynamic world of law enforcement, military, security and intelligence professionals who perform the all-important tasks to keep us safe and secure.

Take a look at some other aspects of our department that make ASU an outstanding place to study criminal justice and security studies.

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Certificate Programs

You can earn various undergraduate and graduate certificates for added professional credentials. Certificates are available in Cybercrime Investigation, Cybersecurity and Emergency Management.

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Multiple Minors

You can also minor in Border Security, Criminal Justice or World Cultures.

Military Friendly School Gold Badge 2021-22

Military Friendly

Angelo State has been designated a “Military Friendly School” and “Military Spouse Friendly School” by VIQTORY Media and G.I. Jobs magazine. We have also been named a Top 10 “Best for Vets College” by the Military Times. Our VETS Center is here to help with your military education benefits.

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Angelo State University Chapter of Order of the Sword & Shield

The only academic and professional honor society dedicated exclusively to homeland security, intelligence, cyber security, emergency management, and all security disciplines.

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Journal of Homeland and National Security Perspectives

Students, practitioners, researchers, scholars, policymakers, theorists, and others interested in homeland and national security concerns can voice their thoughts in this student-led peer-reviewed publication.