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An Online Master’s in Emergency and Disaster Management (EDM)

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Earn Your Master's in Emergency & Disaster Management Online1

Extreme weather events, terrorism threats, and public health emergencies can lead to more complex disasters, requiring increasingly sophisticated levels of response. By earning your online master’s in emergency and disaster management from American Public University (APU), you develop advanced knowledge to manage response and recovery from emergencies and disasters caused by nature, technology, and humans.

APU’s programs are online with 24/7 access and no set login times.2 At APU, there are no entrance exams and classes start every month, so you can begin quickly and control your schedule. Ask us about transfer credit opportunities to help you save time and money in completing your degree.3

Spanish language learners may complete the Emergency and Disaster Management program through select courses in the Major.


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International Fire Service Accreditation Congress

IFSAC®-Accredited

APU's Master of Arts in Emergency and Disaster Management (EDM) is accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC®).4

Making Quality Higher Education Within Reach

$470
Per Credit Hour

Tuition for master’s degrees and graduate certificates. We offer many grant options. These grants represent a savings on our standard tuition rate. Request information to learn more.

$250
Per Credit Hour

For undergraduate and master’s-level programs with APU’s Preferred Military Rate for eligible students.5

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Entrance Exams

No GRE®, GMAT®, or other standardized test scores required. Classes start monthly.6

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Application Fee

There is no cost to apply for undergraduate and master’s-level programs.

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Transfer Credit Evaluation

APU does not charge to evaluate and apply eligible transfer credit.7

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No-cost Ebooks

Thanks to the University Book Grant, all master's students receive no-cost ebooks.

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Why You Should Earn This Master's From APU

Relevant Learning

Explore key areas, such as interagency disaster management and crisis action planning. Additional options include hazard mitigation, mass casualty incident management, cybersecurity, risk communication, health and medical emergencies, and epidemiology.

Fundamental Skill-Building

Disaster response requires skill in thinking and acting with urgency. This program sharpens your critical thinking skills—a vital need for effective crisis management.

Expert Knowledge

Faculty bring their frontline experience and unique insight to your learning. Many are certified emergency managers (CEM) and hold key positions in government, public safety, and the security sector.

A Commitment to Excellence

APU’s emergency management programs are the first Online8 programs to be recognized by the Foundation for Higher Education Accreditation in Emergency Management.

Peer Engagement

Learn alongside APU’s unique group of working professionals, including first responders and individuals who hold roles with government, public safety, and healthcare organizations.

Ways to Save and Pay on Your Master's

Explore your options to make learning affordable.

Scholarships and Loans
Scholarships are awards that do not need to be repaid. Loans do require repayment and come from banks, credit unions, credit cards, and private companies.
Federal Student Aid
Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to see what you qualify for. Our advisors can answer questions about federal student aid.
Personal Funds
We accept MasterCard®, Visa®, Discover, ApplePay®, GooglePay®, PayPal®, and e-checks. You can also use our Automatic Debit Plan to spread out payments.
Veterans Benefits
Veterans and their families receive a tuition grant. These grants represent a savings on our standard tuition rate. Eligible family members are parents, spouses, legal partners, siblings, and dependents of veterans. Financial aid advisors help veterans navigate their education benefits too.
A Special Rate For Our Military
$250 Per Credit Hour*
APU gives all eligible undergraduate and master’s-level students a Preferred Military Rate.
University-Funded Grants
We offer a variety of tuition grants to help all achieve their academic goals. These grants represent a savings on our standard tuition rate.
Employer Benefits
Does your employer offer tuition assistance? Some organizations have partnerships with us that provide tuition benefits.

* All U.S. active-duty servicemembers, National Guard members, Reservists, and military families, (parents, spouses, legal partners, siblings, and dependents) are eligible for the Preferred Military Rate of $250/credit for undergraduate and master’s-level courses. The Preferred Military Rate, which is applied automatically, supersedes all other university grants and special rates, and cannot be combined with any other special promotions. Please note that a technology fee applies to master’s-level courses.

Jovanka Rodriguez

"I really didn't think that an online platform was going to work for me, because I'm such a visual learner. In truth, it was the best option for me to be able to balance my work, life, and personal time."10

Jovanka Rodriguez | MA, Management
JoAnna Liming

"The faculty are just phenomenal. If you had a question, you sent them an email or a chat message. They responded practically right away."11

JoAnna Liming | BS, Information Technology
Bryan Mogaru

"I grew up wanting to fight the bad guys. With my education now, I know how they think. I’ll be able to catch the bad guys. I see myself making a difference in the world."12

Bryan Mogaru | BA, Homeland Security, MS, Cybersecurity

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There is no cost to apply for undergraduate and master’s-level programs.13

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