Online Master of Science

Admissions 

Admissions and costs for the online Master of Science in Strategy in Security and Defense Technologies 

Are you ready to Be a leader in security, strategy and defense technologies?
Admissions application deadlines 
Semester Application Deadline Start of Classes 
Fall 2026July 1, 2026August 24, 2026
Spring 2027December 1, 2026January 11, 2027
Summer 2027April 1, 2027May 17, 2027
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Admission Requirements

Admission decisions are based on individual experience and the applicant’s overall fit with the program. 

To be considered for admission, applicants must submit a completed application that includes the following items: 

  • Professional resume  
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or equivalent on a 4.0 scale  
  • Official transcripts from all universities attended. International applicants may require additional documents.  
  • One letter of recommendation 
  • Two or more years of professional or military experience (preferred, not required) 
  • An application fee of $60 ($75 for international students).  The application fee is waived for U.S. military veterans or an active U.S. military service members. 

Please note that proof of English proficiency is not required for admission, regardless of your country of origin. 

The GRE or GMAT exam is not required for admission. Applicants who have taken the GRE or GMAT exam may upload their scores into the online application system for consideration. 

Application instructions  

When starting your application, create an application account and log in with your credentials. Complete the following sections for the Master of Science in Strategy in Security and Defense Technologies. 

Application tab Prompt Student action/ response 
Campus and programs Campus Select “Purdue West Lafayette” 
Proposed graduate major Select “Master of Science in Strategy in Security and Defense Technologies” 
Program Details Degree objective Select “Master of Science (MS)” 
Delivery method Select “Distance (online or off-campus location)” 

For more information about applying, visit the Purdue Graduate School website. 

Documents required by country are listed on the Purdue Graduate School website. International students must also provide official transcripts from all universities attended in the original language as well as an English translation for transcripts and diplomas not in English. English translations must be certified by the college or university that issued them.