Our People
The Master of Arts in Security Studies degree program comprises a dedicated community of faculty, staff and students committed to making the world a safer place.
With a focus on the most pressing national and international security problems, we aim to train you in becoming part of a new generation of analysts, policymakers and scholars.
“At Georgetown’s Security Studies Program (SSP), we bridge theory and practice to prepare the next generation of national and global security leaders. Our students don’t just study conflict and strategy—they engage with the real-world challenges shaping today’s security landscape, guided by faculty who have served at the highest levels of government, military, intelligence, and academia. What sets SSP apart is the strength of our community—driven by purpose, grounded in service, and united by the mission to make a meaningful impact in the world.”
Rebecca Patterson
Director of the Center for Security Studies and the Security Studies Program; Professor of the Practice of International Affairs
Faculty and staff
Our faculty are world-class scholars with years of experience as leading practitioners in their fields. Along with our supportive staff, we are committed to your academic and professional success.
Students and alumni
Students in our community come from diverse backgrounds, including mid-career professionals and recent graduates, full- and part-time students and those working in various fields. As part of our cohort, you will make meaningful connections with your classmates who will become your colleagues for life, no matter what sector of industry you enter after graduation.
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