MS in Public Safety Degree – Fire Administration Fire Up Your Career
Learn to Practice Safety Measures and Minimize Danger with Liberty’s Master’s in Public Safety Degree – Fire Administration
Do you live to serve others? Maybe you’ve dedicated years of service to the safety of others, and you want to earn an accredited graduate credential that can help you boost your knowledge in the field, potentially pursue advancement, and lead effectively among your colleagues. If so, conferring Liberty’s 100% online Master of Science (MS) in Public Safety – Fire Administration may be the right next step for you.
Our safety management degree in fire administration is also an excellent option if you’ve previously worked in fire prevention or firefighting – especially in a managerial capacity. The master’s in public safety and fire science degree is designed to complement your previous experience, build on the knowledge you’ve gained professionally, and further equip you to lead and inspire your team.
By partnering with us, you can have the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skill as you prepare to pursue positions of added responsibility. Don’t put your goals on hold any longer – choose Liberty’s master of safety and fire administration and pursue new levels of valuable contribution to your field.
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- Private Nonprofit University
- 600+ Online Degrees
- No Standardized Testing for Admission
- Transfer in up to 75% of an Undergrad Degree
- Transfer in up to 50% of a Grad/Doctoral Degree
Why Choose Liberty’s Master in Public Safety Degree – Fire Administration?
At Liberty, we strive to offer rigorous degree programs that are flexible, affordable, and high quality. Our public safety and fire science degree is offered 100% online in 8-week courses with no set login times. That way, you can pursue your academic goals while remaining committed to the things that matter most – like your job, family, and community.
In addition, each course in our master of safety degree is taught by industry experts who have terminal degrees. Our instructors are dedicated scholars with years of experience in public safety and fire administration, and they have a passion for helping you succeed. They are available to answer questions, clarify course content, and offer encouragement as you pursue your degree.
What Will You Study in Our Public Safety Degree Online – Fire Administration?
Our Master of Science in Public Safety – Fire Administration consists of 2 sections: core public safety courses and fire administration courses.
In the core courses, you will study crisis and first responder training. You will also explore disaster management, the fundamentals of public safety leadership, and methods for managing public sector organizations. In addition, you can develop a working knowledge of legal and contemporary political issues that affect people who work in public safety, public service, and politics.
The fire administration specialization focuses on specific administrative issues that executive fire officers face. You will study leadership skills for the executive firefighter, human resources and budget management, community risk mitigation, and the legal implications surrounding fire and emergency services. In addition, you’ll be able to further study the fundamentals of hazard mitigation.
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Tuition & Aid
At Liberty University, a private Christian education is less expensive than you think. Over the last 10 years, Liberty University’s Online Program has only raised its standard tuition costs by less than 5% – and most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors.
| Graduate Full Time | $580/Credit |
|---|---|
| Graduate Part Time | $645/Credit |
| Military Graduate | $290/Credit |
These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $290 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder*
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
*Not applicable to certificates.
These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
