Security Science and Technology at West Virginia University
Ranked 10th of 27 bachelor's programs in Security Science and Technology by 5-year earnings.
Salary trajectory
Median earnings vs the national median for Security Science and Technology (bachelor's) graduates.
Graduates of West Virginia University's bachelor's program in Security Science and Technology earn a median $43,588 one year after graduating, rising to $83,697 by year ten. Five years out, earnings run 1% below the national median of $65,458 for this field, ranking 10th of 27 reporting programs.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau PSEO, release V4.13.0 2025Q4. Earnings are for graduates working in covered states; figures are medians in nominal dollars.
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