Best colleges for Fire Protection in Arizona
Ranked by graduate earnings
Yavapai College, Cochise County Community College District and Mohave Community College award the most Fire Protection degrees and certificates in Arizona: 36, 9 and 8 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 11 Arizona colleges offer Fire Protection and award 228 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Fire Protection program focuses on equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed in the field of homeland security, law enforcement, and firefighting. This program is ideal for individuals interested in preventing and…
Top institution, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pima Community College Tucson Public · Certificate | $35,059 | 58 | 28% | — | — |
Colleges awarding the most Fire Protection degrees in Arizona
Top 3 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yavapai College Prescott Public | 36 | Not reported |
| 2 | Cochise County Community College District Sierra Vista Public | 9 | Not reported |
| 3 | Mohave Community College Kingman Public | 8 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 8 Arizona colleges offering Fire Protection
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pima Community College | Tucson | Public | 58 |
| Glendale Community College | Glendale | Public | 39 |
| Northland Pioneer College | Holbrook | Public | 27 |
| Coconino Community College | Flagstaff | Public | 27 |
| Mesa Community College | Mesa | Public | 18 |
| Paradise Valley Community College | Phoenix | Public | 3 |
| Arizona Western College | Yuma | Public | 2 |
| Phoenix College | Phoenix | Public | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Fire Inspectors and Investigators (SOC 33-2021).
Top skills
What Fire Inspectors and Investigators earn in Arizona
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Fire Protection programs in Arizona.
Which Arizona colleges award the most Fire Protection degrees?+
Yavapai College (36 graduates a year), Cochise County Community College District (9 graduates a year) and Mohave Community College (8 graduates a year) award the most Fire Protection degrees and certificates in Arizona, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 11 Arizona colleges offer Fire Protection.
How much do Fire Inspectors and Investigators earn in Arizona?+
The average annual wage for Fire Inspectors and Investigators in Arizona is $72,710 (median $74,780), across about 240 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Fire Protection program?+
The Fire Protection program focuses on equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed in the field of homeland security, law enforcement, and firefighting. This program is ideal for individuals interested in preventing and…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop active listening, critical thinking, writing, speaking, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Fire Inspectors and Investigators?+
The national job outlook is about +3.8% growth with around 1,500 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Postsecondary nondegree award is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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