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Bachelor of Science - Fire Science - Fire/Arson Investigation

University of New Haven

West Haven campus — West Haven, Connecticut, United States

Study Level
Undergraduate · 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
January 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 49,340
Application Fee
None listed
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Fighting fires requires knowledge, strategy, expert technique, calm under pressure, and courage. As a fire science major at the University of New Haven, students will be joining one of the largest, most comprehensive fire science programs in the country. They will learn the science of what gives a fire life, what keeps it burning, and the techniques and tactics to put it out. Students will learn to battle blazes, lead teams, and prevent fires from starting in the first place. And, they will focus their career path by choosing one of two concentrations: Fire Administration: Learn fire department best practices and department command structure as they develop the skills needed to become a leader. Fire/Arson Investigation: Prepare for a career in fire investigation, arson/fraud detection, and code enforcement as they earn a minor in criminal justice. Students practical experience will include: Becoming familiar with modern fire-detection software and alarm panels Studying in the state-of-the-art fire/arson investigation lab, where live fires are produced for investigation Experimenting with flash and fire points in the fire dynamics lab Learning about and experiencing the systems and sprinkler heads used throughout the industry
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Field of study
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Credential
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 49,340
Application fee
None listed
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline
Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

West Haven campus

West Haven, Connecticut, United States

300 Boston Post Road

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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Optional Practical Training (OPT)
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About the Institution

Founded on the Yale campus in 1920, the University of New Haven is a private, coeducational university situated on the coast of southern New England. It’s a diverse and vibrant community of more than 6,800 students, with campuses across the country and around the world. Within its five colleges, students immerse themselves in a transformative, career-focused education across the liberal arts and sciences, fine arts, business, engineering, public safety, and public service. The University of New Haven offers more than 100 academic programs, all grounded in a long-standing commitment to collabor...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.