Fire Protection at American Public University System
What traits are you looking for in a school for Fire Protection, take a look at what American Public University System. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
American Public University System is in Charles Town, WV.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 98 fire protection degrees were awarded at American Public University System.
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Online & Distance Learning at American Public University System
American Public University System delivers its programs entirely online, so Fire Protection coursework can be completed remotely.
Fire Protection Rankings at American Public University System
Use these rankings to compare American Public University System’s Fire Protection program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | West Virginia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #29 of 39 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #31 of 42 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #137 of 204 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #168 of 206 |
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | West Virginia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #29 of 39 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #31 of 42 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #137 of 204 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #168 of 206 |
Earnings for Fire Protection Graduates from American Public University System
Students who complete American Public University System’s Fire Protection program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $61,979 |
| 2 years | $65,178 |
| 3 years | $69,285 |
| 4 years | $65,836 |
| 5 years | $71,559 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Fire Protection graduates from American Public University System earn a median of $65,836, compared with $59,701 for all American Public University System graduates — about 10% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Fire Protection graduates from American Public University System comes in at $18,812.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Fire Protection graduates at American Public University System, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Fire Protection graduates at American Public University System are 16% women (16) and 84% men (82).
Fire Protection Associate’s Program at American Public University System
Of the 42 associate’s fire protection graduates at American Public University System, 19% were women (8) and 81% were men (34).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Fire Protection associate’s degree recipients at American Public University System.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 24 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 31% of Fire Protection associate’s degree recipients at American Public University System, above the national average of 31%.*
Fire Protection Bachelor’s Program at American Public University System
Of the 44 bachelor’s fire protection graduates at American Public University System, 14% were women (6) and 86% were men (38).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Fire Protection bachelor’s degree recipients at American Public University System.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 27 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 32% of Fire Protection bachelor’s degree recipients at American Public University System, higher than the national average of 14%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Fire Protection Concentrations at American Public University System
The Fire Protection program at American Public University System breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fire Services Administration | 56 |
| Fire Science | 42 |
Best-Paid Careers for Fire Protection Graduates
Graduates of the Fire Protection program at American Public University System work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Fire Protection majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $86,398 |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | $77,828 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers | $63,677 |
| Fire Inspectors and Investigators | $60,919 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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