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$236 per credit hour in-state
Online Master of Arts in Intelligence and Security Studies
It’s Time for You to Combat Today’s Greatest Threats
Built-in social influence concentration
Small class sizes
In today’s cyberspace, new threats don’t just emerge daily — they change hour by hour. This requires a dynamic, assertive approach by the U.S. Intelligence Community to ensure that our nation doesn’t fall into vulnerability.
The Master of Arts in Intelligence and Security Studies (MAISS) degree from Augusta University Online prepares you with the modern skills to be a leader in cyber defense strategy. You’ll learn to curate intelligence and security policies that address war, terrorism, propaganda and misinformation, resulting in outcomes that protect people and infrastructure.
Institutions like the DOD, the NSA, the U.S. Army Cyber Command and private intelligence organizations need you to step up. There’s no time to waste. Join us at Augusta University.
There’s No Time to Wait. Earn Your MAISS Degree.
What You’ll Learn
The causes and effects of interstate and intrastate conflict
Computer Security Specialist**
Median Annual Salary: $112,500
The online Master of Arts in Intelligence and Security Studies prepares students to become industry leaders that take on the intelligence and security challenges of a highly interconnected world. During your time in the program, you’ll learn about:
Terrorism and counterterrorism strategies
Capabilities and roles of the U.S. Intelligence Community
National, regional and global strategic security and cybersecurity threats
Career Outlook for MAISS Graduates
As national security threats continue to rise, so too does demand for professionals who can combat them. Our graduates go on to advance in organizations such as the DoD, NSA, U.S. Army Cyber Command, and more.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a massive 32 percent growth in cybersecurity jobs between 2022 and 2032. Upon graduation of the program, you’ll be prepared for critical roles such as:
Median Annual Salary: $112,000
Information Security Analyst*
Median Annual Salary: $136,620
Business Intelligence Analyst**
Median Annual Salary: $73,700
Computer and Information Research Scientist*
*Salary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
**Salary data from Payscale
“Our students are creative thinkers, independent learners, and have the never-quit mindset. We give them the skills to capitalize on those strengths.”
– Dr. Craig Albert, Graduate Director of MAISS Program
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Accessibility in Action
We are committed to making our MAISS as accessible as possible. That starts by offering the MAISS online, but it continues with affordable tuition for all students — that means our 30- or 36-credit MAISS only costs online Georgia students a total of $7,080–$8,496 + fees, depending on the concentration path you choose.
Experience the Augusta Difference
Learn from national security experts with real-world experience who know what it takes to lead in the intelligence community.
AU has established a reputation as one of the best schools for military veterans in the country, making Military Times’ 2022 list of the best colleges for veterans.
The online MAISS was designed specifically for busy professionals to complete the degree at a flexible pace that fits into their lives.
Thanks to key relationships with institutions like the U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence, AU provides its students with career-boosting professional opportunities.
About Augusta University Online
Augusta University Online brings the tight-knit community experience found on campus to students across the country. Small class sizes, engaged professors, strong relationships with a multitude of professional organizations and valuable input from subject matter experts across industries allow our graduate degrees to provide students with individualized attention and practical, real-world skills. One of the country’s top universities for improving economic outcomes for low- and moderate-income graduates, Augusta University Online gives students a truly transformative degree experience that allows them to make a profound impact on their lives.
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Cryptographer**
Median Annual Salary: $145,400
Online MAISS Tuition Rate
Augusta University Online is proud to give students the opportunity to earn a high-value education at an affordable cost with one of the most affordable online tuition rates in the U.S.
| Credit Hours | Cost per Credit | Fees | Total Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30-36 | $236 per credit hour in-state $822 per credit hour out-of-state & $838 out-of-country |
$393 per semester | $7,080–$8,496 + fees (in-state) |
Social media analysis through open source intelligence
Use Your Military Education Stipend Here
We’ve intentionally priced our MAISS program at just $236 per credit hour for Georgia-based students so that your degree could be fully funded by your military education stipend.
$822 per credit hour out-of-state & $838 out-of-country