The graduate certificate in Security Studies is a rigorous, interdisciplinary, and professionally-oriented program of graduate studies, and is available for both on campus and distance students. The certificate provides a broad, analytical perspective on national and international security issues. Coursework concentrates on issues of strategy, politics, economics, and society from both historical and social science perspectives. A minimum of 15 credits is required.

Students currently or previously enrolled in Ft.  Leavenworth's Command and General Staff College may apply to transfer up to 3 credits towards the completion of the Security Studies Graduate Certificate.

After earning the graduate certificate, students may apply credits earned through the graduate certificate completion towards a Master of Security Studies at Kansas State University.