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Fire Protection Schools in Colorado

In 2020-2021, 355 students earned their Fire Protection degrees in CO.

In terms of popularity, Fire Protection is the 110th most popular major in the state out of a total 278 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Fire Protection Majors in Colorado

Fire Protection majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 246
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 246
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 246
Associate Degree 74
Bachelor’s Degree 34
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 1
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 1

Gender Distribution

In Colorado, a fire protection major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of fire protection majors in Colorado is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 2.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 13.5%
  • White: 76.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 7.0%
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Jobs for Fire Protection Grads in Colorado

In this state, there are 16,010 people employed in jobs related to a fire protection degree, compared to 864,990 nationwide.

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Wages for Fire Protection Jobs in Colorado

A typical salary for a fire protection grad in the state is $74,790, compared to a typical salary of $64,140 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Colorado that offer fire protection degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

#1

Pikes Peak Community College

Colorado Springs
25 Degrees in Major Awarded
12,506 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 9.20%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $30,932 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 93% are considered full time.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
28% Graduation Rate
19,086 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $40,336 after graduation. Most students complete their degree in 4.92 years. The student loan default rate of 6.80% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

17 Degrees in Major Awarded
6,029 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $7,932. The full-time teacher rate is 100%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 57% of students receive it.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
32,428 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $18,679. In their early career, Colorado State grads earn an average salary of $44,704. The student loan default rate is 2.60% which is lower than average.

#5

Colorado Mesa University

Grand Junction
9 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
9,110 Total Students

In their early career, Colorado Mesa grads earn an average salary of $34,519. Of all the students who attend this school, 96% get financial aid. The full-time teacher rate is 58%.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,981 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $33,543 after graduation. The full-time teacher rate is 100%. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,293 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $9,729. In their early career, NJC grads earn an average salary of $32,142. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1.

#8

Colorado Mountain College

Glenwood Springs
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,315 Total Students

77% of students get financical aid. Graduates earn an average $33,300 after graduation. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,551 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1. This public school has an average net price of $10,532. The full-time teacher rate is 100%.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,835 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $7,509. The student to faculty ratio is 29 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 100%.

Fire Protection Careers in CO

Some of the careers fire protection majors go into include:

Job Title CO Job Growth CO Median Salary
Fire Inspectors 17% $73,250
Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists 17% $39,520
Managers 16% $127,750
Firefighters 13% $59,090

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to fire protection.

Major Annual Graduates in CO
Criminal Justice & Corrections 1,464
Homeland Security 17
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