Homeland Security at Waldorf University
Forest City, IA · Bachelor's Degree · about 107 graduates a year
Waldorf University graduates in homeland security earn 9% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 29% of one year’s pay at that point.
How Waldorf University Compares for Homeland Security
All 33 colleges reporting homeland security earnings at this degree level, ranked by median pay four years after graduation. “Wage-adjusted” divides pay by the square root of the state’s wage index so colleges in low-wage states aren’t penalized for local pay.
| # | College | 4 yrs after | Wage-adjusted | Adj. rank | 1 yr after |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | George Mason University Fairfax, VA | $143,972 | $131,100 | #1 | $90,956 |
| 2 | Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ | $84,553 | $86,880 | #3 | $68,503 |
| 3 | Utica University Utica, NY | $82,733 | $78,745 | #8 | $57,215 |
| 4 | National University San Diego, CA | $80,134 | $72,917 | #13 | $63,963 |
| 5 | Bethel University Mckenzie, TN | $79,079 | $86,385 | #4 | $78,275 |
| 6 | American Public University System Charles Town, WV | $77,122 | $91,240 | #2 | $62,340 |
| 7 | Waldorf University Forest City, IA | $76,520 | $80,490 | #6 | $66,446 |
| 8 | Capella University Minneapolis, MN | $76,446 | $73,022 | #12 | — |
| 9 | Columbia Southern University Orange Beach, AL | $73,703 | $83,659 | #5 | $62,313 |
| 10 | Columbia College Columbia, SC | $71,888 | $79,713 | #7 | $67,338 |
Other Majors at Waldorf University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fire Protection | $100,060 | $97,731 | #3 of 19 |
| Human Resources Management and Services | $94,822 | $77,897 | #7 of 187 |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians | $83,151 | $65,908 | #11 of 19 |
| Business/Commerce | $63,357 | $51,954 | #177 of 271 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $54,289 | $42,735 | #339 of 660 |
| Psychology | $50,184 | $41,193 | #504 of 1027 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $49,473 | — | #461 of 660 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $49,228 | — | #279 of 680 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | — | $46,923 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Waldorf University homeland security graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $66,446 one year after graduating and $76,520 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Waldorf University rank for homeland security?
Among 33 colleges reporting earnings for homeland security graduates, Waldorf University ranks #7 by median pay four years after graduation, and #6 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is homeland security at Waldorf University worth it?
Its graduates earn 9% more than the national median for homeland security ($70,193), and the median federal debt at graduation is $22,000.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled; programs with few graduates are not reported. Wage adjustment uses Census ACS state median household income.