Fire science programs in Arizona

We found 13 schools offering fire science & firefighting training in Arizona, with campuses in Phoenix, Kingman, Holbrook, and Prescott and more. Firefighters in Arizona earn a median $59,280 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
13
Public colleges
13
Median pay in AZ
$59,280
Cities with schools
7

13 fire science & firefighting schools

School results

  1. Arizona Western College

    Yuma, AZ · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +14
  2. Central Arizona College

    Coolidge, AZ · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18
  3. Cochise County Community College District

    Sierra Vista, AZ · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +15
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  5. Coconino Community College

    Flagstaff, AZ · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • HVAC technician
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +3
  6. Eastern Arizona College

    Thatcher, AZ · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +18
  7. GateWay Community College-Central City

    Phoenix, AZ · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Welding
    • Medical assistant
    • +10
  8. Glendale Community College

    Glendale, AZ · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Automotive technician
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +6
  9. Mesa Community College

    Mesa, AZ · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Electrician
    • Carpentry
    • +14
  10. Mohave Community College

    Kingman, AZ · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18
  11. Northland Pioneer College

    Holbrook, AZ · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +12
  12. Paradise Valley Community College

    Phoenix, AZ · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +3
  13. Pima Community College

    Tucson, AZ · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +25
  14. Yavapai College

    Prescott, AZ · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +22

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What firefighters earn in Arizona

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Median pay
$59,280
$28.50 an hour
Typical range
$36,700–$88,220
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in AZ
7,500
Job growth, 2025–35
+3.7%
26,800 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many fire science & firefighting schools are in Arizona?

We list 13 schools in Arizona with fire science & firefighting programs: 13 public colleges. Campuses are in Phoenix, Kingman, Holbrook, Prescott, and Yuma.

Are there community college fire science & firefighting programs in Arizona?

Yes. 13 public colleges in Arizona offer fire science & firefighting. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does fire science & firefighting school cost in Arizona?

Among the 13 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $3,405 to $14,438. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do firefighters make in Arizona?

The median pay for firefighters in Arizona is $59,280 a year, and most earn between $36,700 and $88,220, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a fire science & firefighting school in Arizona?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.