Many government positions now prefer and even require a master’s degree. This Double Dawgs pathway affords high-achieving undergraduate students the opportunity to hone their interest and expand their analytic skills in preparation for policy-oriented careers in government, multinational corporations, consultancies, as well as intergovernmental and nongovernmental organizations. The MIP curriculum builds on foundations of theory, method, and practice, addressing a range of contemporary security concerns with an emphasis on interagency collaboration. Specialized tracks focusing on nonproliferation and human security prepare students for careers inside and outside of the government. While many students seek the MIP as their final professional degree, the Double Dawgs pathway will also allow students to earn their master’s degree with the ability of later entering a Ph.D. or other advanced degree programs to pursue careers in academia.