Homeland Security

Master's degree · Sam Houston State University · Huntsville, TX

CIP 43.03

$61,091Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$82,876Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$26,168Median federal debt

35Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Homeland Security at Sam Houston State University earn a median of $61,091 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $96,660 four years after graduating (middle half: $67,656–$128,776). Median debt is $26,168, about 43% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Homeland Security graduates from Sam Houston State University make?

The median salary is $61,091 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,168.

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