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Bachelor of Arts in Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness

This program combines theory with practical applications, covering essential topics such as emergency planning, terrorism, intelligence, and cybersecurity, to cultivate the next generation of leaders ready to take on any challenges. Focused on collaboration and inclusivity, our students develop skills for public and private sectors, and gain critical understanding about the complexities of natural and man-made disasters and terrorist threats.

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Career Outcomes

Alumni often work in private and public-sector jobs related to homeland security, intelligence, law enforcement, emergency management or disaster response, or pursue graduate study in fields such as international affairs, emergency management, public administration and law.

Anti-human trafficking and victim services
Counterterrorism
Cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection
Disaster planning, management and recovery
Emergency operations response
Environmental health and public safety
Federal, state and local law enforcement
Government affairs and public administration
Intelligence gathering and analysis
Military service and defense contracting

Where are recent Homeland Security and Emergency
Preparedness alumni working?

“I met so many people that would have a real impact on where I could go in my career, and I still talk with them today. The networking opportunities and security clearance set me up for a successful interview.”

Evan Hirsh, intelligence analyst, Booz Allen Hamilton

Fortifying the future

Wilder School homeland security and emergency preparedness program ranks No. 6 in the nation

Launched as the nation’s first homeland security and emergency preparedness program in 2005, the Wilder School is a national leader in managing the complexities of disaster planning and response. Both graduate and undergraduate degree offerings bolster top career opportunities for graduates.