by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. Also, learn how EIU ranks among other schools offering degrees in security science and technology.
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The bachelor's program at EIU was ranked #94 on College Factual's Best Schools for security science and technology list.
In 2022, 7 students received their master’s degree in security science and technology from EIU. This makes it the #56 most popular school for security science and technology master’s degree candidates in the country.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at EIU paid an average of $400 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $326 per credit hour. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,624 | $12,066 |
| Fees | $3,500 | $3,500 |
| Books and Supplies | $150 | $150 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $11,298 | $11,298 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,768 | $2,768 |
Learn more about EIU tuition and fees.
EIU does not offer an online option for its security science and technology bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the EIU Online Learning page.
Of the 10 security science and technology students who graduated with a master's degree in 2021-2022 from EIU, about 90% were men and 10% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a master's in security science and technology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 2 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 5 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the security science and technology majors at Eastern Illinois University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | 29 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.