National Security and Strategic Studies Certificate

This certificate is jointly offered by the Department of Political Science and Philosophy and the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice. The certificate is designed to provide students interested in careers related to national security with a critical understanding of domestic and international security threats as well as the policies and practices aimed at strengthening national security. Students are exposed to a range of current issues from both national and global perspectives.

This certificate is administered by the Department of Political Science and Philosophy.

Admission Requirements

Completion of at least 60 hours and a GPA of 2.50 or higher.

Program Requirements

National Security Requirement:

Three Hours From Conflict Requirement:

Six Hours From:

All Candidates Must Satisfy the General University Certificate Requirements

Total Credit Hours: 15

Completion Requirement

Attain a GPA of 2.50 or higher in courses used to fulfill the certificate requirements.