Overview

The Disaster Preparedness and Response programme from Louisiana State University blends theory and hands-on application to prepare graduates to handle all phases of the disaster cycle—from mitigation and preparedness to coordinated response and long-term recovery.

With coursework spanning hazard mitigation, crisis communication, and public-health preparedness, students gain a holistic understanding of how to anticipate and manage crises across diverse environments.

Graduates will be equipped to pursue careers in disaster management, homeland security, public safety, and disaster recovery within public and private sectors. Prepare to protect lives and infrastructure before disaster strikes with LSUA’s fully online Bachelor of Science in Disaster Preparedness and Response.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of LSUA’s BS in Disaster Preparedness and Response are equipped to lead across public, private, and nonprofit sectors—helping organizations build resilience and reduce vulnerability.

Disaster Recovery Coordinator

Homeland Security Officer

Public Health Preparedness Manager

Emergency Operations Assistant

Public Safety Analyst

Emergency Management Coordinator

Homeland Security Specialist

Emergency Preparedness Director

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Disaster Preparedness and Planning

Disaster Response and Recovery

Legal Aspects of Emergency Services

Hazard Mitigation: Theory and Application

Cyber Threats and Homeland Security

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

6 starts a year. Flexible for students balancing life and education.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Baton Rouge, United States

Disciplines

Emergency & Disaster Management View 55 other Bachelors in Emergency & Disaster Management in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete high school Core curriculum for college readiness in place at time of high school graduation

Not be required to take more than one developmental course

Have a high school grade point average of at least 2.0

Meet one of the following:

Have an ACT composite of 20 or higher

Have a high school Core grade point average of at least 2.0

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

10200 USD / year

≈ 10200 USD / year
Out-of-State

10200 USD / year

≈ 10200 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10200 USD / year

≈ 10200 USD / year

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Disaster Preparedness and Response.

Available Scholarships

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Career Opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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