COLLEGE OF
JUSTICE, SAFETY & MILITARY SCIENCE AT E A S T E R N K E N T U C K Y U N I V E R S I T Y A Path Built on Purpose, Leadership & Opportunity At EKU’s College of Justice, Safety & Military Science (CJSMS), students prepare for careers that impact, support, and strengthen communities through hands-on learning, industryleading programs, and real-world experience to help students build confidence for what comes next.
“EKU has given me a better outlook on employment opportunities, which helps me see a brighter future.” – Heather Stacey, BS in Criminal Justice ‘26
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Aviation
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Construction Management
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Corrections & Juvenile Justice Studies
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Criminal Justice
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Emergency Medical Care
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Fire, Arson & Explosion Investigation
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Fire Protection Administration
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Fire Protection & Safety Engineering Technology
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Homeland Security & Emergency Management
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Occupational Safety
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Police Studies
Learn More Find what’s ahead in the College of Justice, Safety & Military Science
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Explore Possibility with CJSMS EKU was named the No. 1 Large Public University in the Nation in the 2026-27 Military Friendly® Schools rankings Emergency Medical Care is one of the longest-accredited programs in Kentucky and the second-longest-accredited program in the country As Kentucky’s only FAA-approved 141 flight school connected to a university degree, the Aviation program combines hands-on flight experience, industry partnerships like Allegiant Air’s Accelerate Pilot Pathway, and strong career placement opportunities in a rapidly growing field All four-year fire science degrees are accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress Fire Protection & Safety Engineering Technology is one of only a few ABETaccredited programs of its kind in the nation.
Discover Your Path AT E A S T E R N K E N T U C K Y U N I V E R S I T Y
“By earning this degree, it has opened the door to many different possibilities and I cannot wait explore them all. I found it surprising how much I did not really understand about our criminal justice system until I started this program. Now I cannot wait to use my degree to help make a change in our system.” -Amber Napier, Criminal Justice
Support for Every Step of the Journey Experience You Can Count On A Clear Path to Career Success
EKU graduates continue to stand out across Kentucky and beyond. A higher percentage of EKU graduates are employed in Kentucky one year after graduation than graduates from any other public university in the state, with many reporting full-time employment within six months of graduation.
Real-World Learning Starts From Day One
CJSMS students learn through hands-on experience in highly specialized environments. From flight training, disaster simulations, fire investigations, and field safety experiences, students gain practical knowledge that prepares them for the realities of the profession.
Experience that Leads to Impact
From emergency medical care to infrastructure development, students gain practical skills through industry-connected experiences, leading to highdemand jobs and project leadership.
At EKU, students are supported by faculty mentors, industry professionals, and a close-knit community focused on helping them succeed from day one through career placement. Whether students want to protect communities, lead emergency response efforts, fly professionally, or serve through military leadership, EKU provides hands-on experiences, support, and career preparation to help them move forward with confidence.
Schedule A Maroon Madness Visit And Learn More Today Want to discover more about your future major and EKU’s Richmond campus? Join us for Maroon Madness, where you’ll learn about your academic program, meet faculty and staff, and see what being an EKU Colonel is all about. Admitted students can bring up to 2 guests.
Need More Information?
Call us at 859-622-6520 or email cjsms.recruitment@eku.edu Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution.
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