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#1 Best College for Fire Science/Fire-fighting in the U.S.

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL

the University of Florida is a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

23%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,310–1,480

Est. Net Price *

$11,740

Median Starting Salary

$45,284

*The estimated net prices above are College Raptor’s estimate. Please contact the college financial aid office for actual net cost figures.

About Fire Science/Fire-fighting

A program focusing on the theory and practice of fires and fire-fighting. Includes instruction in fire chemistry and physics, combustible materials, computer science, building construction, fire codes and related laws, fire hydraulics, fire command, fire prevention/inspection, fire protection systems, fire suppression systems, fire/arson investigation, occupational safety, equipment operation, emergency medicine and communications.

For all the 3,060 degrees awarded in Fire Science/Fire-fighting per year, the majority of them are Associates degree. Out of the 8 students graduating with degrees at the Masters degree level across the US, 25% percent identify as women and 75% percent identify as men. Though students at schools all over the country study Fire Science/Fire-fighting, Florida has the most graduates. The average annual income for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Fire Science/Fire-fighting is $41,340.

How popular is a Masters degree in Fire Science/Fire-fighting in FL

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8 degrees awarded
Masters degree in Fire Science/Fire-fighting makes up 0.09% of all Masters degree awarded in Florida

Careers

The highest paying career for Fire Science/Fire-fighting majors is First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers. However, another thing to consider is how many job openings there currently is. A job that is in high need that a degree in Fire Science/Fire-fighting can prepare you for is First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Fire Science/Fire-fighting majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Fire Science/Fire-fighting majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
8
Female Students
2 (25%)
Male Students
6 (75%)

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