Intelligence and Security Studies

Mission-driven education for careers with a purpose.

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Degree Type

Bachelor of Arts

College

Humanities

Focus Areas

Data Analytics for Intelligence and Security

Cybersecurity

Intelligence and Operations

Accreditations
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Contact Info

Joe Oestreich

Interim Chair, Intelligence and Security Studies

EHFA 203

(843) 349-2433

joeo@coastal.edu

Discover your path to a thriving and timely career in intelligence and security. Our program offers a unique blend of robust theoretical knowledge and practical application, equipping you with the skills to tackle complex real-world challenges. Experience a carefully calibrated balance of traditional learning and hands-on training, as you delve into the study and practice of intelligence and security. Immerse yourself in innovative programming enriched with a wide range of extracurricular activities, including exclusive visits to high-caliber government agencies in Washington, DC. Join our esteemed alumni base of over 600 students and unlock boundless opportunities in the dynamic and fast-growing field of intelligence and security.

We intentionally foster a tight-knit community between our students, and our mentoring approach relies on maintaining strong bonds between students and professors. We ensure each student's needs are met, nurturing their academic growth.

Now as a lead-analyst, having analysts working under my supervision, I realize that the INTEL program at CCU truly prepared me as an analyst with the equivalent of eight years of experience.

T.B., BA Intelligence and National Security Studies, 2019 | Lead All Source Intelligence Analyst, U.S. Federal Protective Service