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Available in online, on-campus, or hybrid formats, the Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security (CHLS) serves as a valuable enhancement for professionals pursuing careers in homeland security, public safety (including emergency management, law enforcement, or cybersecurity), or public service at federal, state, or local government levels. Nationally and internationally recognized faculty lead these courses, frequently alongside working professionals who contribute real-world perspectives to classroom discussions. Texas A&M's Bush School of Government and Public Service's CHLS program perfectly complemented my existing master's degree. In my private sector role, we develop cutting-edge technological solutions for critical infrastructure providers and emergency personnel. The CHLS curriculum provided crucial global perspectives on the diverse challenges our clients encounter. This program has transformed my approach to our market, enabling me to serve customers more effectively while contributing to our nation's security.
You are an international graduate applicant if you:
are not a citizen or permanent resident of the United States (or applicant for permanent residency)
AND
you have not graduated from a Texas high school after three years in residence in Texas
AND
hold a bachelor’s or professional degree (or equivalent)
English proficiency can also be demonstrated by:
Minimum TOEFL i-BT score of 80 (in person or Home Edition) from a test date within two years (Texas A&M University does not accept the MyBest TOEFL score), or
Minimum TOEFL Essentials score of 8.5, or
Minimum IELTS Academic test score of 6.0 overall band (Texas A&M University does not accept the IELTS General test), or
GRE Verbal Reasoning score of at least 146 (subject to departmental approval), or
GMAT Verbal Score of at least 22 (subject to departmental approval), or
Acquiring alternative verification during the admission process from the Graduate and Professional School via a departmental request.