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An Online Master’s in Emergency and Disaster Management (EDM) for Less Than $17,000

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Earn Your Master's in Emergency & Disaster Management Online

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 Military University (AMU), you develop advanced knowledge to manage response and recovery from emergencies and disasters caused by nature, technology, and humans.

AMU’s programs are online with 24/7 access and no set login times. At AMU, 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.


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International Fire Service Accreditation Congress

IFSAC®-Accredited

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

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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.

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Out-Of-Pocket Tuition Possible

All U.S. active-duty servicemembers, National Guard members, and Reservists are eligible for our Preferred Military Rate, which is $250 per credit hour for both undergraduate and master’s-level programs. Military family members, including parents, spouses, legal partners, siblings, and dependents are also eligible for the Preferred Military Rate.

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

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

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Transfer Credit Evaluation

AMU does not charge to evaluate and apply eligible transfer credit.

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Ebooks

We provide no-cost ebooks for all master’s-level U.S active-duty servicemembers, National Guard members, Reservists, and military families.

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Why You Should Earn This Master's From AMU

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

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

Peer Engagement

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

Helping You Save on Your Master's

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* All U.S. active-duty servicemembers, National Guard members, Reservists, and military families are eligible for our Preferred Military Rate, which is $250 per credit hour for both undergraduate and master’s-level programs. Eligible family members include parents, spouses, legal partners, siblings, and dependents.

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