Western Carolina University
Bachelor of Science in Emergency and Disaster Management
The Emergency and Disaster Management Program is specifically designed to prepare students to assume leadership and professional career positions in government, non-profit agencies, and the private sector after graduation.
The mission of the Emergency and Disaster Management Program is to enhance the safety and security of the community, the region, and the nation by providing a functional and relevant education and other assistance to those who are, or seek to be, responsible for preventing, mitigating, responding to, or recovering from, a natural, man-made, or technological disaster.
The B.S. Emergency and Disaster Management is an online program, providing our students with the opportunity to advance professionally and academically by taking requisite courses through part-time study—Western Carolina University
Program Overview
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Delivery Format |
Online |
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Tuition |
$190 per credit hour, Additional fee information can be found at https://www.wcu.edu/apply/tuition-and-fees/fall-spring-distance-learning-tuition-and-fees/required-fees-for-distance-learners.aspx |
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Link to Program |
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Point of Contact |
Dr. Lisa Briggs, Director, (828) 277-2180 or email lbriggs@email.wcu.edu or Professor Aaron Vassey, Advisor pavassey@wcu.edu |
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Admissions |
Office of Admissions, (828) 227-7397 or email at distance@wcu.edu |
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Residency Requirement |
At least 30 credits must be earned through WCU |
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Notes |
WCU is ranked among the one of the best online emergency management programs for quality and affordability. |