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Earn Your BA in Homeland Security Online

The 9/11 terrorist attacks triggered swift and decisive action to protect our nation and the safety of citizens and communities. Gain foundational knowledge in U.S. homeland security strategy by earning your homeland security degree online from American Military University (AMU). With a strong military heritage, AMU is uniquely positioned to offer this bachelor’s degree in homeland security to support those committed to the safeguarding of our nation.

AMU’s programs are online with 24/7 access and no set login times. At AMU, there are no entrance exams and programs start every month, so you can begin quickly and control your schedule.


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Part of American Public University System, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

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* Zero-out-of-pocket tuition may be possible when the Freedom Grant® is combined with other forms of financial assistance, such as military TA or federal Pell grants. The Freedom Grant is available to all U.S. active-duty servicemembers, National Guard members, and Reservists. Military spouses/dependents are also eligible to receive a grant that covers tuition above the military TA cap of $250/credit hour for undergraduate and master’s-level programs.

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All U.S. active-duty servicemembers, National Guard members, and Reservists are eligible for our Freedom Grant® that covers undergraduate and master’s-level tuition above the military TA cap of $250/credit hour.

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We provide no-cost textbooks and ebooks for all undergraduates.

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AMU does not charge to evaluate and apply eligible transfer credit.

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Why You Should Earn This Bachelor's From AMU

Comprehensive Curriculum

AMU’s homeland security major deeply examines essential topics, such as critical infrastructure protection, defense, border security, intelligence, interagency and intergovernmental relations, and legal and ethical issues.

Purposeful Learning

To help you achieve your learning goals, you have an opportunity to explore subjects like emergency planning, risk communications, terrorism, cyber crime and cyber warfare, counterintelligence, and maritime law.

A Leading Authority

Homeland security is one of AMU’s flagship disciplines, and the University’s close ties with agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security keep our curriculum on the cutting edge.

Expert Insight

Your learning is enriched by the real-world experience faculty share from their professional roles with government agencies, the military, defense, and law enforcement.

Collaborative Community

Learn alongside working professional student peers representing the military, government, intelligence, security, defense, and healthcare, as well as local, state, and federal law enforcement.

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