BSc in Applied Fire Science and Management in Arcata United States | California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt

This program stands out by blending coursework on indigenous fire practices and traditional ecological wisdom. Students can also broaden their academic focus by choosing an interdisciplinary concentration in a relevant subject area.

The curriculum equips learners with comprehensive training in fire science, management, and policy. Participants will understand fire's origins, behaviors, and effects across different ecosystems and scales. It also fulfills the Association for Fire Ecology's standards for Wildland Fire Academic Program certification.

Program alumni emerge ready to tackle natural resource challenges using their expertise in fire science and ecology. With wildfires growing more frequent, extensive, and intense throughout California and other western regions, professionals trained in wildfire management are increasingly sought after in both government and industry roles.