ST Admissions Requirements
M.S. in Security Technologies: Become a Threat Expert
The Master of Science in Security Technologies (ST) degree program prepares students to address the threats and emerging security challenges of tomorrow, today. The mission and goals of all TLI degree programs are achieved by carefully selecting candidates through a rigorous review process. An interview may be requested as part of the admissions process. Dates are as follows:
Application Deadline
Consider applying early and give yourself the best chance to join TLI's Master programs and be considered for a scholarship!
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Application Deadline
Priority Deadline & Scholarship Consideration - January 15
The priority deadline for admission and scholarship consideration is January 15. After January 15, TLI will continue to accept applications on a rolling basis. Those who require a visa to complete the program are encouraged to apply as early as possible, preferably by the priority date.
Learn about Scholarships here.
Final Admissions Deadline for Applicants - July 15
The final date to apply to our programs is July 15. Those who require a visa to complete the program are encouraged to apply as early as possible, preferably by the priority date.
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Technological Leadership Institute Merit-Based Scholarships
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How to Apply
In order to get started, you will need to create an online application. This will be used to submit all required documentation to apply to any of TLI's three degree programs, which are part of the College of Science and Engineering at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus in Minneapolis. The link below will walk you through each section of the application.
Due to the limited cohort size, applicants should begin the admissions process and submit applications as early as possible.
Admissions Overview
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university or a comparable degree from a recognized college or university in another country by the time of their matriculation in their graduate program
- Cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Demonstrated leadership potential or experience.
- Admitted Security Technologies (ST) students must consent to and successfully pass a background check before beginning the program.
Applicants must complete and submit an online application. The system allows applicants to save their work and return to it at any time. Supporting materials and the application fee are submitted through the online application system.
- Unofficial transcripts
- Personal statement
- Resume/CV
- Two Letters of recommendation
- Proof of English Language proficiency. Please see the graduate school website for English language proficiency requirements. If you have questions about your specific situation, please reach out to our admissions team.
- Extenuating circumstances statement if GPA is below 3.0
Priority Deadline & Scholarship Consideration - January 15
The priority deadline for admission and scholarship consideration is January 15. After January 15, TLI will continue to accept applications on a rolling basis. Those who require a visa to complete the program are encouraged to apply as early as possible, preferably by the priority date.
Learn about Scholarships here.
Final Admissions Deadline for Applicants - July 15
The final date to apply to our programs is July 15. Those who require a visa to complete the program are encouraged to apply as early as possible, preferably by the priority date.
In order to get started, you will need to create an online application. This will be used to submit all required documentation to apply to any of TLI's three degree programs, which are a part of the College of Science and Engineering at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus in Minneapolis. These steps will walk you through each section of the application.
Attend an Information Session
We strongly encourage all prospective students attend an information session before applying to TLI graduate programs. Our information sessions give candidates an opportunity to meet faculty, ask questions and get a better understanding of the curriculum. Candidates can register by viewing the information session calendar.
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Attend an Information Session
Learn more about the ST program by attending an information session.