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Law Enforcement & Firefighting Schools in Rhode Island

588 Homeland Security, Law Enforcement & Firefighting students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

A Law Enforcement & Firefighting major is the 11th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Law Enforcement & Firefighting Majors in Rhode Island

Homeland Security, Law Enforcement & Firefighting majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 319
Master’s Degree 125
Associate Degree 105
Post-Master’s Certificate 33
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 33
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 6
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 6
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 6

Gender Distribution

In Rhode Island, a homeland security, law enforcement and firefighting major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of homeland security, law enforcement and firefighting majors in Rhode Island is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.1%
  • Black or African American: 6.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 11.1%
  • White: 65.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.7%
  • Other Races: 12.8%
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Jobs for Law Enforcement & Firefighting Grads in Rhode Island

In this state, there are 15,580 people employed in jobs related to a homeland security, law enforcement and firefighting degree, compared to 4,690,450 nationwide.

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Wages for Law Enforcement & Firefighting Jobs in Rhode Island

Homeland Security, Law Enforcement & Firefighting grads earn an average of $81,090 in the state and $72,390 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Rhode Island that offer homeland security, law enforcement and firefighting degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

141 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
4,702 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $51,017 a year. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.70%. It takes the average student 4.13 years to graduate.

136 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
2,771 Total Students

In their early career, Salve Regina grads earn an average salary of $47,306. Most students complete their degree in 4.08 years. This private institution charges an average net price of $33,806.

#3

Rhode Island College

Providence
74 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
7,072 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 7.50%. Graduates earn an average $40,888 after graduation. Most students complete their degree in 4.70 years.

71 Degrees in Major Awarded
13,684 Total Students

100% of the teachers are full time. In their early career, CCRI grads earn an average salary of $32,333. The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1.

71 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
5,676 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 6.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Most students complete their degree in 4.14 years. This private school has an average net price of $28,582.

45 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,031 Total Students

The 2.20% student loan default rate is lower than average. This private school has an average net price of $35,654. 91% of students get financical aid.

#7

Brown University

Providence
24 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
9,948 Total Students

The 0.80% student loan default rate is lower than average. The student to faculty ratio is 6 to 1. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $60,341 a year.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,152 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1. 100% of the teachers are full time. This private school has an average net price of $18,929.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
17,649 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid. This public school has an average net price of $18,638. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 69% are considered full time.

#10

Providence College

Providence
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
4,821 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 64% are considered full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $62,565 after earning their degree at this institution. Most students complete their degree in 4.04 years.

Law Enforcement & Firefighting Careers in RI

Some of the careers homeland security, law enforcement and firefighting majors go into include:

Job Title RI Job Growth RI Median Salary
Financial Examiners 11% $87,010
Computer Workers 11% $79,840
Accountants and Auditors 9% $76,770
Detectives and Criminal Investigators 7% $77,290
Child, Family, and School Social Workers 6% $59,570
Professors 4% $70,460
Managers 4% $114,950
Police and Sheriff’s Patrol Officers 3% $60,460
Police and Detective Supervisors 3% $79,280
Fire Fighting Supervisors 3% $68,670
Firefighters 2% $55,900
Fire Inspectors 0% $51,650
Emergency Management Directors 0% $89,210

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to homeland security, law enforcement and firefighting.

Major Annual Graduates in RI
Public & Social Service 426
Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness 291
Legal Professions 259
Military Technologies & Sciences 13

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