Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, and Firefighting Degree

Homeland security is a blanket term that describes a national effort to ensure safety and security of citizens against foreign and domestic threats or acts. Even though the term homeland security is often associated with terrorism, there are a variety of threats that can endanger citizens from natural disasters to acts of terrorism. Get more details below including other Georgia colleges that offer homeland security, law enforcement, and firefighting degrees.

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Savannah State University (SCAD)

342 Bull St, Savannah, GA

Savannah State University is a public historically black institution located in Savannah, Georgia. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. Approximately 4,100 students are enrolled annually at Savannah State University.

Areas of study available at Savannah State University include:

• Communications And Journalism
• Psychology
• Security And Protective Services
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Business And Marketing Studies

The school has an open enrollment policy, accepting all students that meet the requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, records, test scores, and admissions essays may be requested for certain programs. More information on admissions can be found here.

The tuition at SSU varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $6,500 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $19,000 per year. On-campus housing is available for students, and generally costs around $3,300 each year. Some students at SSU may qualify for financial aid, which is generally provided as grants or student loans.

The Savannah State University Tigers participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AA)

Students who wish to learn more about this school may visit their website at http://www.savannahstate.edu/.

Students Enrolled in the Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, and Firefighting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Savannah State University offers a bachelor's degree program in homeland security, law enforcement, and firefighting.

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Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.