Jesse Valdez
EKU Safety Leadership and Management StudentThe advisors, administrator, and instructors at EKU are compassionate, empathetic, and available to meet the educational needs of all students when necessary.
Bachelor of Science in Fire Protection & Safety Engineering Technology
School of Safety, Security & Emergency Management
College of Justice, Safety & Military Science
Bachelor of Science in Fire Protection & Safety Engineering Technology
School of Safety, Security & Emergency Management
College of Justice, Safety & Military Science
On-Campus & Online
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120 Credit Hours
to Graduate
On-Campus: $0 Per Semester
Online: $0 Per Semester
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Safeguard Life and Property
EKU is one of only a handful of colleges and universities in the nation to offer a comprehensive fire protection and safety engineering technology degree. This unique program prepares you to use your knowledge of fire prevention and suppression to design and recommend equipment to assist organizations in safeguarding life and property against fire, explosion and related hazards.
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Career Outlook
Overall employment of health and safety engineers is projected to grow 4 percent by 2031.
– U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Why EKU?
Minors & Certificates
Select from a wide range of minors, allowing you to explore interests or make use of prior credits. Suggested minors available for this program include:
You can also choose from numerous undergraduate certificates in specialty areas that complement and enhance your major as you work toward your degree. Suggested certificates for this program include:
View the full list of certificates available for completion as you earn your degree.
Curriculum & Enrollment
EKU’s curriculum blends academic and professional preparation through topics such as fire behavior, prevention, response and investigation.
Enrolling & Advising Information
EKU’s College of Justice, Safety, and Military Science is committed to delivering high-quality enrollment and academic advising for our students. We strive to create an atmosphere of mutual trust and meaningful engagement to help students reach their academic goals and have a rewarding educational experience.
Interested in enrolling? Reach out to the college enrollment counselor for your preferred program.
Additional Contact Info
Admissions: 859-622-2106
Academic Testing: 859-622-1281
Big E Central (Financial Aid & Student Account Services): 859-622-2361
Military & Veterans Affairs Office: 859-622-2345
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Contact Information
School of Safety, Security & Emergency Management
521 Lancaster Ave
Stratton Building 245
Richmond, Ky. 40475
859-622-3565
Fax: 859-622-?
jus.dean@eku.edu