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    MPS in Homeland Security

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    Arlington, USMPSHybrid16 months
    STEM-OPT
    $54,144.00
    Tuition
    over 16mo
    36
    Credits
    $80.00
    App fee

    MPS in Homeland Security at George Washington University is a 36-credit, 16-month, hybrid MPS program based in Arlington, US. Tuition is $54,144 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    36-credit program covering political violence, terrorism, globalization of threats, intelligence analysis, cybersecurity, strategic planning, inter-agency cooperation, emergency management, infrastructure protection, and emerging technologies. Includes a capstone project, research option, or internship.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026 (Final)
    Jul 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Online Program Applicants: Internet-based – 100 (Paper-based – 600). On-Campus Applicants: Internet-based – 80 (Paper-based – 550)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Online Program Applicants: 7.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0. On-Campus Applicants: 6.0 overall, with no band score below 5.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT if eligible

    $31,380.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MPS in Homeland Security at George Washington University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MPS in Homeland Security at George Washington University is $54,144 across 36 required credits.
    Is MPS in Homeland Security at George Washington University online or in-person?
    MPS in Homeland Security at George Washington University is offered hybrid.
    How long does MPS in Homeland Security at George Washington University take to complete?
    MPS in Homeland Security at George Washington University is structured around 16 months and 36 credits.
    What GPA is required for MPS in Homeland Security at George Washington University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 GPA or higher (on the 4.0 point scale)
    Is MPS in Homeland Security at George Washington University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - MPS in Homeland Security at George Washington University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.