2025-2026 Graduate Catalog 
    
    Aug 04, 2025  
2025-2026 Graduate Catalog

Applied Science for National Security and Intelligence, CAS


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Contact

James Crill, jcrillii@syr.edu, 315.443.3569 

Professor of Practice, Forensic and National Security Sciences Institute at Syracuse University 

Faculty

Kathleen Corrado, James Crill, Michael Marciano, Robert Murrett 

Program Description

The Applied Science for National Security and Intelligence certificate integrates STEM disciplines with the special needs of the intelligence community. Graduates will gain deep insights into how the intelligence community operates, apply the scientific method of critical thinking and problem solving to address national security questions, aid in intelligence gathering and communicate scientific findings to make informed decisions. This program is tailored to preparing students for roles in defense sectors and other intelligence related fields. 

Admission

For students already admitted to Syracuse University as graduate students, an internal application for the CAS is required. For students not already at SU, the graduate school application with undergraduate transcript and one recommendation letter will be required, through which the applicant must show either that he or she holds a position for which the certificate is relevant or is aiming to obtain such a position and has a good undergraduate background. 

Student Learning Outcomes


  1. Development and application of STEM competencies: Graduates will gain expertise in advanced technical concepts within relevant STEM areas and apply them for problem-solving and real-time decision making to address issues faced by the U.S. Intelligence Community. 
  2. Comprehending stages of the Intelligence Cycle: Students will develop an in-depth understanding of the intelligence process, including their operation, data collection & analysis followed by communication of results. 
  3. Interdisciplinary Communication and Collaboration: Students will master the tools needed to effectively communicate technical and non-technical information to diverse stakeholders, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration essential to national intelligence. 

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