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Master of National Security & Intelligence – The Bush School DC

Master of National Security & Intelligence - Bush School DC - Admissions Info

Admissions Overview

Deadlines:

Now accepting applications for Spring 2026.

  • Spring 2026 Preferred Deadline: October 1, 2025. Preferred deadline is to be considered for any Merit-based funding.
    • We will continue to accept applications on a rolling basis until December 1, 2025.

Application decisions will be made within 2 to 3 weeks from when completed applications are submitted.

Merit-based Scholarship decisions will be made after the preferred deadlines and students will be notified via email.

For information on application procedures, please contact the Assistant Director of Admissions, Tory Haynes at tory.haynes@tamu.edu. To set up a virtual appointment with Tory, schedule here.

Spring 2026 Application

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree is required.

How to Apply

The Master’s of National Security & Intelligence program application is submitted through GradCAS, along with the applicant’s supporting documents.  

  • GradCAS Application
    • Program Name: Master of National Security and Intelligence (Washington, D.C.)
  • Application Fee
    • Pay non-refundable application fee – $89 for domestic applicants / $114 for international applicants

International Applicants

For international applicants, The Bush School DC requires additional documentation to the items listed below. Please visit our International Applicants page for more information.

Supporting Documents

Supporting documents can be uploaded directly into the GradCAS Portal.

Statement of purpose:

In 750 words, please address the following topics in your personal statement:

  • Highlight your background, skills, and interests (including details about your professional experience in the field)
  • Who you are, your future goals, and research interests.
  • How will obtaining the NSI degree from The Bush School DC help you achieve your goals?

Professional Resume:

Resumes should include dates (months/year), details of all international related experience, and consist of the following sections:

  • Name and Contact Information
  • Education
  • Work/Internship Experience and Military Service/Duties
  • International Experience
  • Skills and Certifications (language, software, clearance, etc.)
  • Leadership, Service, Organizations, and Honors

Letters of recommendation:

Two recommendations are required, however you may submit a third to be considered. Applications with fewer than two recommendations will NOT be considered for admission. Either one or both recommendations can be from:

  • Someone who can speak to the applicant’s leadership; public service, military, or work experience.
  • Someone familiar with the applicant’s academic performance and achievements.

*Letters from peers, coaches, family members or friends will not be accepted.

Once your recommenders have been chosen, please inform them about the process and that that they will be completing their recommendations electronically. We recommend using their preferred email address and advise them to monitor that inbox for your recommendation request (tamusupport@liaisoncas.com), including junk or spam folders.

Applications will not be reviewed until a minimum of two letters of recommendation have been received.

Unofficial Transcripts:

Unofficial transcripts from each 4-year educational institution attended, beginning with undergraduate education can be used for your application review.

  • You must submit transcripts from all colleges or universities attended (excluding community colleges). 
  • Transcripts for study abroad programs must also be submitted.
  • If admitted, you must send an official transcript(s) to Texas A&M Office of Graduate Admissions (see below).

Submitting Official Transcripts

  • Send Electronic Transcripts (preferred method) by SPEEDE, eSCRIP-SAFE, PARCHMENT and National Student Clearinghouse to admissions@tamu.edu.
  • Mailed to Texas A&M Graduate Admissions Processing in a sealed envelope with the registrar’s signature or stamp across the seal.
    • (U.S. Postal Service)
      Graduate Admissions Processing
      Office of Admissions
      Texas A&M University
      P.O. Box 40001
      College Station, TX 77842-4001
  • You do not need to submit a transcript from Texas A&M University.
  • Please do not submit official transcripts to the Bush School DC via email or mail; we cannot process official transcripts.
  • International Students, please visit the International Applicants page for more information.
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