Overview

The Emergency Management degree program will prepare students to become future leaders who will create and administer emergency plans, coordinate disaster response, and develop and utilize communication networks for addressing natural catastrophes (tornadoes, floods, earthquakes, and hurricanes), technological disasters (hazardous materials spills and nuclear power plant emergencies), and weapons of mass destruction incidents.

Possible Careers

Local, State, or Federal Government
Private Business
Coordinating Volunteer Organizations
International
Humanitarian & Relief Agencies
Consulting

Why Choose Emergency Management at Western Illinois University?

The premier Bachelor of Science in Emergency Management program in the State of Illinois
Excellent job placement opportunities upon graduation
Internship opportunities within and outside of the United States
An active emergency management student organization
Instructors have expertise and practical experience in their field
Study abroad opportunities

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Disaster Management and Media
Hazards and Disasters in Emergency Management
Principles of Emergency Management
Dimensions of Disaster
Individual and Community Disaster Education
Emergency Preparedness and Response
Legal Aspects of Emergency Management
Medical Technician’s Training
Emergency Medical Technician’s Training

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-04-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-08-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Management Studies Emergency & Disaster Management View 2096 other Bachelors in Management Studies in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

2.75

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Western is one of just two public institutions in the state that are test-optional in regard to college admissions.

Tuition Fee

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International

14700 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7350 USD per semester during 48 months.
National

9800 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4900 USD per semester during 48 months.
In-State

9800 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4900 USD per semester during 48 months.

Living costs for Macomb

1100 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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