Overview

The Intelligence and National Security Studies graduate program at University of Texas El Paso is also suitable for students interested in security-related jobs in the private sector or with applied research institutions (think tanks). The INSS graduate program is also ideal preparation for advanced graduate study at the doctoral level in international relations, political science, public administration, public policy, history, or other closely related fields. The INSS graduate curriculum focuses on specific intelligence and security competencies that are delivered across the spectrum of academic disciplines at the University of Texas at El Paso.

Careers

The Master of Science in Intelligence and National Security Studies is designed primarily to prepare students for careers as intelligence professionals, particularly analytical positions. Our students are also well prepared to work in related areas such as intelligence operations and support. Some of our students also find work in law enforcement and homeland security, as well in the private sector as security professionals.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Legal Issues in Intelligence and National Security

Open Source Intelligence Analysis

Propaganda and Influence Operations

Technical Intelligence

Intelligence and Counterterrorism

Information and Intelligence

Commercial Imagery

Intelligence and Counter-proliferation

Counterintelligence and Security

Political Economy of Terrorism

Transnational Criminal Organizations

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

El Paso, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Transcripts and diploma/certificates of all universities and colleges attended prior to application

Evaluation of credentials is highly recommended for applicants who have earned university level credit from international institutions.

An approved evaluation requires a detailed course-by-course evaluation.

Entry test scores for GRE/GMAT/PTE.

TOEFL/IELTS required for degrees conferred in non-English speaking countries.

Official test scores must be submitted directly from the testing agency.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

17530 USD / year

≈ 17530 USD / year
Out-of-State

17530 USD / year

≈ 17530 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7696 USD / year

≈ 7696 USD / year

Living costs

El Paso

United States

888 - 1646 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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Funding

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