Homeland Security

Bachelor's degree · Columbia College · Columbia, SC

CIP 43.03

$67,338Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$71,888Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$25,122Median federal debt
8Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Homeland Security at Columbia College earn a median of $67,338 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $70,193 four years after graduating (middle half: $51,236–$95,443). Median debt is $25,122, about 37% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Homeland Security graduates from Columbia College make?

The median salary is $67,338 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,122.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.