Master of Science in International Security, Online
PROGRAM-AT-A-GLANCE
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10 courses (30 credit hours)
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2-3 Years
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100% Online
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Top 10 University
Admissions
Admission Requirements
Prerequisites
For admission into the program, all applicants are expected to have:
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Online Application
Admission is a competitive process, and we carefully review all facets of your application. The information you include in your application assists our admissions committee in evaluating your potential for success in the program. Your application will not be reviewed until all of your supporting documents have been submitted.
International Students
For international graduate applicants, please review the international student’s tab for requirements.
Admission Deadlines
All application materials must be submitted by the deadline — including unofficial transcripts, letters of recommendation, and English Language Proficiency scores (if applicable).
Fall Enrollment: (August)
Standard Application Deadline: March 1
Final Application Deadline: May 1
How to Apply
Ready to apply? You're in the right place. Applications are accepted year-round.
What You Need
Applications are submitted electronically and include a nonrefundable application fee. You will need to upload the following items as part of your application:
- Official transcripts from each institution attended. Transcripts not in English must be accompanied by a certified translation. If you are admitted, you will be asked to send an additional official transcript. You will receive instructions at that time.
- Lawful Presence Document (U.S. Citizens Only). Applicants must verify their lawful presence in the United States prior to enrollment.
- English Proficiency (International Students Only). The language of instruction at Georgia Tech is English. With some exceptions, international applicants must take and submit scores for English Language Proficiency via TOEFL, IELTS, or Georgia Tech Language Institute Assessment. Minimum test scores and expectations are found on our International Students tab.
- References. You will initiate the process through the online application by entering the name and email addresses of three references. Upon submission of your application, an email will be sent to the recommender requesting a brief online recommendation. Please inform your references that they must submit the form for your application to be complete.
- Test Scores (Optional). You may choose to submit standardized test scores, most commonly GRE or GMAT. This is not required for admission into the program.
Program-Specific Questions/Materials
- Personal Statements. Describe your specific career goals and objectives, the decision to pursue an advanced degree, and other information that may be useful to the admissions committee.
- Professional Resume. A listing of your professional experience and uploaded to the online application.
Start Your Application
You can submit your application to the program at any time of the year. If you have any questions during the application process, please check our Frequently Asked Questions or contact the Student Services Team.
Please set aside sufficient time — usually about two to three weeks — for Graduate Studies to receive and process your supporting documents. We cannot guarantee applications received after the deadline will be reviewed in time for the applied semester.
Application Fee
A non-refundable application fee must be paid online with a credit card or electronic check if you have a U.S. bank account. The application fee is $95 for U.S. applicants and $105 for international applicants. Your application will not be received until the fee is paid.
Status Checking
Once your application is completed and submitted, you may monitor its progress through online status check system (using the same user ID and password created when you applied).
Technical Requirements
There are technical requirements for our online degree program. Please review the technology requirements.
- Living outside of the United States and will require an F-1 or J-1 visa to study in the United States,
- Living in the United States on a nonimmigrant visa,
- Going through the process of becoming a United States permanent resident,
- Living outside of the U.S. and planning to apply to an online master's degree program as a non-U.S. citizen or non-U.S. permanent resident
Cost & Aid
| Credit Hours | Tuition | Mandatory Student Fees |
| 3 | $3,415 | $107 |
| 6 | $6,632 | $440 |
All courses will be three-credit hours.
- Tuition and mandatory student fees are subject to change without notice.
- Tuition and fees are assessed only for the terms in which a student is enrolled in courses.
- Tuition and fees cannot be paid up front; they must be paid each semester a student is enrolled in courses.
Payments and Refunds
All payments of tuition and fees are handled by the Bursar’s office. For instructions on how to pay, please visit the student payment portal.
The Georgia Tech Bursar’s Office processes refunds via EFT, also known as Direct Deposit, Monday through Friday. Refunds and overpayments are electronically disbursed to the student’s checking or savings account and should be in the students account on the following day or sooner. You are not always eligible for a refund when dropping a course, so please read over the refund policy.
Financial Assistance
Education Loans
U.S. citizens and permanent residents may be eligible for education loans. To learn more about graduate financial aid and loan programs, visit Georgia Tech’s Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.
Employer Tuition Reimbursement
Contact your employer’s human resources department for available tuition assistance programs and eligibility.
The Post-9/11 GI Bill
Effective August 1, 2011, qualified U.S. veterans may be eligible to receive financial support for tuition, mandatory fees, books, and housing. Additional information is available through the Department of Veterans Affairs GI Bill Website.
