Overview

Students in the Fire, Arson and Explosion Investigation program offered at Eastern Kentucky University will learn about the entire fire, arson and explosion investigation process from learning how fire behaves, how to process a crime scene and the principles of criminal investigations and how to prepare a case for trial.

Learn from the Best

Faculty members in the fire and safety degree programs are nationally and internationally known for their teaching, research and dedication to the fire and safety fields. However, perhaps most importantly, the professors are especially dedicated to student success and are involved in every aspect of fire and safety.

Faculty are active in a number of professional organizations including:

National Association of Fire Investigators

International Association of Fire Chiefs

National Fire Protection Association

International Society of Fire Service Instructors

International Association of Arson Investigators

Why Fire, Arson & Explosion Investigation?

Our fire & safety degrees are accredited through the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC).

EKU Fire & Safety programs have been taught for more than 30 years.

Students in our programs will begin taking fire & safety classes their very first semester at EKU.

Students will have the opportunity to attend and be involved in national conferences including FDIC (Fire Departments Instructors Conference) and IAFC (International Association of Fire Chiefs).

Rewarding Career Opportunities

Career Examples:

Fire Chief

Fire Investigator (public and private)

Fire and Arson Investigations Detective

ATF Agent

Firefighter

Fire Marshal

Building Inspector

Insurance Company Consultant

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Fire Arson and Explosion Investigations

Proving Criminal Acts

Constitutional Criminal Procedure

Technical Report Writing for Emergency Services

Hazardous Materials

Principles of Emergency Services

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Richmond, United States

Disciplines

Emergency & Disaster Management View 127 other Bachelors in Emergency & Disaster Management in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Fill out the free online application. Students must indicate the major they wish to pursue in order for an I-20 to be issued.
Submit a copy of your valid passport
Submit transcripts:

Complete secondary school records reflecting a cumulative grade of 75% (2.5 GPA equivalent) or higher.

Submit an official copy of your high school diploma or graduation certificate (if applicable).
Provide a declaration of finances - A Certificate of Eligibility (I-20 or DS-2019) will not be authorized until financial verification is received. Providing false information may jeopardize visa status and result in the University revoking acceptance. U.S. immigration law requires international students to prove they have funds available for their educational and living expenses.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

12000 USD / year

≈ 12000 USD / year
Out-of-State

12000 USD / year

≈ 12000 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10440 USD / year

≈ 10440 USD / year

Living costs

Richmond

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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

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Overview

Learn from the Best

Why Fire, Arson & Explosion Investigation?

Rewarding Career Opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Richmond

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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