Overview

You will possess the knowledge and skills to lead the way in helping your region, your state, and your country prepare and recover from major events. You will have the degree to propel your career forward.

Top Three Reasons to Choose JSU Emergency Management

An Accredited Program Taught by Experienced Staff

What sets Jacksonville State University’s Emergency Management program apart is its distinguished faculty with extensive experience in the field and the classroom, an excellent reputation in academics, and a full complement of required courses and electives from an accredited university.

Comprehensive Degree Options

The JSU program produces graduates at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate level, making JSU an excellent choice for individuals wanting to advance their education and careers in emergency management fields. More than 1200 students have graduated from one of these Emergency Management degree programs.

Convenient Online Courses for Working Professionals

The JSU Emergency Management programs are comprised of online courses that take place in virtual classrooms, meaning students may complete their coursework at the time and place of their choosing so long as they meet deadlines for assignments and exams. Although the degrees can be earned online, students are still earning a degree in an accredited program.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Disaster Mitigation & Preparedness
Populations at Risk
Disaster Response & Recovery
Research in Disasters & Emergency Management
Understanding Terrorism: Characteristics and Perspectives
Hazardous Materials in Emergency Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Jacksonville, United States

Disciplines

Public Policy Emergency & Disaster Management Terrorism & Security View 131 other Bachelors in Terrorism & Security in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

National

There is a $35 non-refundable fee that must be paid by credit card when you submit this application.
Complete the application for admission online.
Submit all required documents for your admission type

International

Application form and Application Fee $35.00.
High school GPA of 2.0/4.0 (US grading scale).
Copy of Passport.
Copy of financial document (financial statement and letter) stating a balance of at least $33,500.
If credentials are in a language other than English they must be translated by the institution itself or approved translation services.
At least one standardized test score such as ACT/SAT/ TOEFL/ IELTS/iTEP/PTE/Duolingo.
Proof of English Proficiency. (In addition to TOEFL/IELTS/iTEP/PTE/Duolingo, the ACT/SAT can satisfy proof of english proficiency requirement)

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

20880 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10440 USD per semester during 48 months.
National

20880 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10440 USD per semester during 48 months.
In-State

10440 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5220 USD per semester during 48 months.

Online: $5,220 / semester

Living costs for Jacksonville

850 - 1300 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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