OpenFieldBachelor of Science in Fire, Arson, and Explosion Investigation
World-renowned forensic fire engineering degree utilizing full-scale burn test buildings to investigate fire dynamics, electrical failure origins, and explosive residue analysis.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- High school graduation credentials with minimum 2.50 GPA
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL 71 or IELTS 6.0
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Official transcripts and personal statement detailing career in fire protection or investigative science
- Recommendation letters
- Two letters of recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Eligible for national fire service scholarships and EKU Safety Leadership Grants
- Application fee
- $35 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- $9,750 annual in-state tuition / $16,000 out-of-state
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- July 1, 2027 (Fall Intake)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Eastern Kentucky University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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