Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other

Bachelor's degree · Virginia Commonwealth University · Richmond, VA

CIP 43.99

$45,696Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$72,239Median earnings 4 years after

$65,519Median earnings 5 years after

$20,000Median federal debt

91Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other at Virginia Commonwealth University earn a median of $45,696 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $67,934 four years after graduating (middle half: $47,381–$91,386). Median debt is $20,000, about 44% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other graduates from Virginia Commonwealth University make?

The median salary is $45,696 one year after graduation and $65,519 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,000.

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