Overview

The MS-Emergency Service Administration from Catholic University of America consists of a total of 40 semester credits. Online classes are 8 weeks. Participants typically take two courses per term, with each course meeting one evening per week, from 6:10 - 8:40 p.m. (or 5:40 - 9:40 p.m. in the shorter summer sessions).

Upon completion of the Master of Science in Emergency Service Administration, students will be able to:

Think critically and integrate quantitative and qualitative analyses to decision making within the sphere of emergency service administration.
Assist both public and private sector organizations to reduce vulnerability to hazards and cope with disasters.
Understand and communicate the current state of public policy, policy development, and laws related to social services.
Identify and meet the needs of the community as they relate to disasters, emergencies, and other hazards.
Apply the theories of leadership and administration within real-world contexts.
Apply ethical behavior to evaluating and solving problems of leadership, budgeting and finance, human capital, fundraising, and law and policies related to emergency services.

Career Outcomes

Positions range from Disaster Recovery Manager, Emergency Service Program Management, Emergency Management Program Specialist.

Average Salary

Emergency management workers see a median annual salary of $70,500, and a bachelor’s degree is usually required for entry-level positions

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Effective Communication in Leadership
HR Management and Strategy
Principles of Budgeting and Finance
Principles of Ethical Leadership
Public Policy Analysis and Implementation
Hazard Risk and Vulnerability Assessment

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-21 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

40 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Emergency & Disaster Management View 98 other Masters in Emergency & Disaster Management in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Every International applicant needs to return a completed application.
Submit a $60 nonrefundable application fee. Payment must be in the form of a check or money order payable in U.S. currency to The Catholic University of America.
Demonstrate English language proficiency
Submit confirmation of financial support
Submit secondary school report with translated transcripts
Receive your admission packet with visa information
Secondary School Report
Official/Attested Copy of Transcripts

Tuition Fee

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International

23300 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1165 USD per credit during 24 months.
National

23300 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1165 USD per credit during 24 months.
In-State

23300 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1165 USD per credit during 24 months.

Living costs for Washington, D. C.

1705 - 2975 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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