The Master of Security Management for Executives program offered by the College of Public Service prepares graduates of the program to meet the needs of the security community. Graduates will develop research, analytical, and security management skills to apply to the security environment. For further information, visit MSME page.

There is a non-refundable application fee of $35.00 (check or money order). Please indicate your name, UHD ID and date of birth on the check or money order. You may also pay by credit card. Information on the type of credit cards accepted and information needed are on the Texas Common Application.

You must have official transcripts sent to the Office of Admissions-Graduate Admissions which reflect at least the last sixty semester hours of course work and evidence of a degree awarded. A transcript is considered official when it bears the institution’s seal, is signed by the issuing authority, and is sent directly by the institution or delivered in a sealed envelope from the institution, or is sent electronically to UHD from the issuing institution. Official transcripts must be less than a year old.

Former UHD students may request UHD transcripts free of charge. Visit the Registrar’s Office website for more information.

If you attended a college or university outside the United States, your transcripts must be evaluated by an evaluation service recognized by UHD. Visit the list of suggested evaluation services page.

GRE/MAT/GMAT:
You are required to take the Graduate Records Examination (GRE) General or the Miller's Analogies Test (MAT) or the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) before being admitted to the Master's Program in Security Management. You should have your official scores sent to the Office of Admissions. Scores are valid only for tests taken within the last five years.

• To have your GRE scores reported to UHD, use the graduate institution code R6922. You may register for the GRE on-line at www.ets.org/gre or by calling 1-800-GRE-CALL (1-800-473-2255).

• To have your MAT scores reported to UHD, use the institution code 2563 . Information on the MAT can be found at www.MillerAnalogies.com. To register for the MAT, contact Harcourt Assessment at 1-800-622-3231.

• To have your GMAT scores reported to UHD, use the program code LMJ-BK-31. You may register for the GMAT on-line at www.mba.com or by calling 1-800-717-GMAT.

Submit original letters from three individuals acquainted with your work and academic potential, for example, work supervisors and professors.