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Doctorate

Online Doctoral Degree Doctor of Fire Integrated Research

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Highlights

  • 100% Online. Courses Available 24/7.
  • SACSCOC Accreditation
  • Military Support
  • Choose From 11 Start Dates Each Year

$278

Per Credit Hour

Doctoral

JAN 21

Next Start Date

All Courses

120

Number of Credits

All courses

90

Maximum Transfer Credits

All courses

Program Description

The Doctor of Fire Integrated Research is an applied doctorate that prepares graduates to be scholar- practitioner leaders within the scope of fire and emergency services. The program of study applies a comprehensive approach that incorporates advanced theoretical frameworks and research methodology to effectively address modern industry challenges. Graduates are equipped to lead innovative initiatives as well as to contribute original knowledge to the industry.

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Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, students should be able to do the following:

Interpret research-based findings to support fire service decision-making processes.
Design ethical and original research that contributes to the professional body of knowledge.
Formulate strategic responses to complex fire industry scenarios using diverse data points.
Adapt theoretical frameworks to the Fire Service.
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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 RatePer Credit Hour*
Undergraduate
$278
Graduate
$359
Doctoral
$561

*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.

CSU's tuition rate for associate, bachelor's and master's courses is $250 per credit hour for all active-duty military members using tuition assistance except those who are using a Learning Partner discount. 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.

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