Nina Taylor
A.S. Fire Science
As working a mother that also is active in my community, I needed a fit that allowed maneuvering around my busy schedule. Columbia Southern University provided that opportunity.
Overview
An innovator in online fire education, Columbia Southern University offers an online Associate of Science in fire science. CSU’s fire science program incorporates a comprehensive, relevant curriculum of fire prevention and fire protection that develops the knowledge essential in firefighting careers. This degree program is recognized through the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) initiative, a network of the U.S. Fire Administration’s National Fire Academy.
Students should be advised that many fire science employers take into account the following factors when determining eligibility for employment: physical health, U.S. citizenship, criminal background screening, work experience and education.
Degree at a Glance
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Program Summary
Program Description
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, students should be able to do the following:
Concentration
Concentration Outcomes
Curriculum
For more information regarding courses outside the recommended course of study, view the full course listing.
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To fulfill the General Concentration for this degree, student may choose any 5000-6000 level course not used to satisfy program requirements. Student can review all available courses at our full course listing. Students are strongly encouraged to speak to their academic advisor prior to choosing general concentration course options.
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To fulfill open electives, students may choose any course not used to satisfy program requirements, taking into consideration the degree program upper-level requirements. Students can review all available courses at our full course listing. Students are strongly encouraged to speak to their academic advisor prior to choosing open elective options.
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To satisfy the requirements of the DBA, students must complete a minimum of 15 hours of dissertation/research hours. DBA students should communicate regularly with their dissertation chair regarding the completion of these hours.
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To satisfy the requirements of the DBA, students must complete a minimum of 15 hours of dissertation/research hours. DBA students should communicate regularly with their dissertation chair regarding the completion of these hours.
Tuition Rates
Our goal is to provide the strongest online academic programs at an affordable rate. On average, our tuition is less than half the cost of our competitors.
| Course Type | Tuition Rate Per Credit Hour* |
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| Undergraduate | $245 |
| Graduate | $335 |
| Doctoral | $435 |
*Rates are per credit hour. Most courses are three (3) credit hours. Tuition and fees are payable in U.S. funds. Tuition Rates are subject to change.
The tuition rate for graduate courses per credit hour is $250 for all active-duty military members (not applicable for CSU learning partners). The lower rate is offered to keep the tuition rate at the DoD cap of $250.
† CSU Learning Partners receive a tuition discount that is applied to the full tuition rate.
Tuition reports include tuition and required fees per academic year for full time beginning students.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Affordability and Transparency Center, National Center for Education Statistics, Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), Winter 2021-2022, Student Financial Aid component.
Ways to Save
Paying for school is possible. At CSU, there are many Ways to Save including scholarships, military tuition assistance, Learning Partnerships and more.
Flexible Online Learning Options
Giving our students the flexibility they need to fit education into their busy schedules is at the core of our mission. Our courses are designed to accommodate working professionals, moms, dads, and anyone else who is balancing school with other life commitments.
LifePace Learning®
Enrollment Features
Start anytime with LifePace Learning®. Progress through your course in as early as four weeks or as long as 10 weeks.
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- Complete Assignments at Your Own Pace
- Enroll 365 Days a Year
Term Enrollment
Enrollment Features
Complete assignments at your own pace while working within set course start and end dates. A term lasts approximately nine weeks.
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- No Required Login Times
- Weekly Assignments Keep You on Track
- Choose From 11 Term Start Dates Per Year
- Federal Student Aid Available for Those Who Qualify
Veterans Flexible Enrollment
Enrollment Features
Available to students using VA educational benefits, this option combines the freedom of working at your own pace with the structure of set start and end dates.
- No Required Login Times
- Complete Assignments at Your Own Pace
- Choose From 11 Term Start Dates Per Year
Federal Student Aid and VA funding is unavailable for students who enroll in the LifePace Learning® option. Federal Student Aid is unavailable for students who enroll in Veterans Flexible Enrollment.
Mark Sealy
B.S. Fire Administration
If it wasn’t for my degree with Columbia Southern University, I would not be where I am today.
Accreditation & Institutional Recognition
Carefully designed and taught by experienced industry experts, CSU's courses have been recognized for their rigorous academic material, high-caliber instruction and commitment to advancing the industries that they serve.
