Homeland Security at University of New Hampshire-Main Campus

With only four schools offering Homeland Security programs in New Hampshire, UNH-Main Campus sits right at the state median for both earnings and debt. The $51,200 first-year salary edges out the national median by about $2,500, landing this program in the middle of the pack nationally—though the small sample size (under 30 graduates) means individual outcomes could vary significantly from these figures.

The 0.45 debt-to-earnings ratio translates to roughly five to six months of gross income needed to cover the total debt load, which is manageable territory. However, graduates should understand they're entering a field where mid-$50,000 salaries are standard for bachelor's-level positions, not an entry point to rapid income growth. Many homeland security careers also favor candidates with prior military or law enforcement experience, which could affect how quickly graduates advance.

For families comfortable with this career trajectory and the associated salary expectations, the debt burden here won't derail financial stability. Just recognize that the small program size limits how confidently we can predict any individual student's outcome—your child could earn notably more or less than this median depending on their specific role and location after graduation.