Best institutions to study Intelligence
Any instructional program in intelligence, command control and information operations not listed above.
2 U.S. institutions graduated 75 Intelligence students in 2024–25 (IPEDS). It is CIP 29.0299, a specialization of Intelligence (CIP 29.02).
About Intelligence programs
Any instructional program in intelligence, command control and information operations not listed above.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 2020).
The Intelligence program, formally titled 'Intelligence, Command Control and Information Operations, Other,' focuses on the study of military technologies and applied sciences related to intelligence operations. This program is designed for individuals seeking to understand the complexities of information management and command structures within military contexts.
Students in this program will gain insights into various aspects of intelligence operations, including command control systems and information management strategies. Coursework emphasizes critical thinking, analytical skills, and the application of technology in military settings.
Credentials awarded
What Intelligence graduates earned in 2024–25, by award level (IPEDS completions).
- Bachelor's degree71 graduates / yr · 1 institution95%
- Associate's degree4 graduates / yr · 1 institution5.3%
Graduates over time
Intelligence completions reported to IPEDS each year, all award levels combined.
| Year | Graduates |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 2 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 2 |
| 2018 | 1 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 4 |
| 2022 | 32 |
| 2023 | 49 |
| 2024 | 65 |
| 2025 | 75 |
Top 2 institutions for Intelligence, ranked by graduates
Graduates (IPEDS completions), 2024–25. Award levels show which credentials each institution confers in this specialization.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Arizona Tucson, AZPublicBachelor's | 71 | 68% | — |
| 2 | Wayland Baptist University Plainview, TXPrivate not-for-profitAssociate's | 4 | 19% | $20,754 |
Offered in 2 states
Where Intelligence graduates come from. Each state links to all Intelligence programs offered there.
| State | Institutions | Graduates / yr | Top institution by graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 1 | 71 | University of Arizona71 / yr |
| Texas | 1 | 4 | Wayland Baptist University4 / yr |
Careers & outlook
Graduates of the Intelligence program can pursue various careers in military and defense sectors. With approximately 75 graduates per year and two colleges offering this program in the U.S., opportunities may exist in intelligence analysis and operations, although specific growth and wage data are not available.
Career pathways for CIP 29.0299
The occupations the NCES crosswalk maps this 6-digit code to, with BLS pay and 10-year outlook.
| Occupation | US median pay | Growth | Openings / yr | Typical entry education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
SOC 55-1015 | — | — | — | — |
SOC 55-3015 | — | — | — | — |
Other Intelligence specializations
The 7 other 6-digit CIP codes under Intelligence (CIP 29.02).
- IntelligenceCIP 29.02011,988 graduates / yr22 institutions
- Cyber/CIP 29.0207
Electronic Operations and Warfare 1,576 graduates / yr39 institutions - Strategic IntelligenceCIP 29.0202303 graduates / yr11 institutions
- Signal/CIP 29.0203
Geospatial Intelligence partial data35 graduates / yr7 institutions - Information/CIP 29.0206
Psychological Warfare and Military Media Relations limited data7 graduates / yr1 institutions
Show 2 more CIP codes with no U.S. programs reported+
- Command & Control (C329.0204
- Information Operations/
Joint Information Operations29.0205
No institution reported completions for these codes in the latest IPEDS year, so they have no page.
Common questions
What degrees can I earn in this program?+
You can earn either a Bachelor's degree (94.7% of graduates) or an Associate's degree (5.3% of graduates).
How many colleges offer this program?+
There are currently two colleges in the U.S. offering the Intelligence program.
What skills will I develop?+
You will develop skills in critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and understanding military command structures.
What is the job outlook for graduates?+
While specific growth and wage data are not available, there are approximately 75 graduates annually, indicating potential career opportunities.
What is the CIP code for Intelligence?+
Intelligence is CIP 29.0299 in the NCES Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 2020), a 6-digit specialization within Intelligence (CIP 29.02). NCES defines it as: Any instructional program in intelligence, command control and information operations not listed above.
How many institutions offer Intelligence programs?+
2 U.S. institutions reported Intelligence graduates in IPEDS 2024–25, across 2 states, awarding 75 credentials in the year. That is 1.9% of all Intelligence graduates.
About the data on this page
Every figure comes from an official federal or public source. Here is each one and the release it is currently on.
Program definitions are from the NCES Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 2020). Skills, knowledge, abilities, work activities, tools, and job zones are from the O*NET database by the U.S. Department of Labor, used under the CC BY 4.0 license.
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