Fire science programs in Georgia
Looking for fire science & firefighting schools in Georgia? There are 13, including 13 public colleges. Firefighters in Georgia earn a median $46,550 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 13
- Public colleges
- 13
- Median pay in GA
- $46,550
- Cities with schools
- 4
Fire science programs by city
- Douglasville (3 within 30 mi)
- Stockbridge (3 within 30 mi)
- Lawrenceville (3 within 30 mi)
- Union City (3 within 30 mi)
What firefighters earn in Georgia
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $46,550
- $22.38 an hour
- Typical range
- $33,000–$61,510
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in GA
- 12,700
- 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 Georgia?
We list 13 schools in Georgia with fire science & firefighting programs: 13 public colleges. Campuses are in Albany, Atlanta, Augusta, Warner Robins, and Gainesville.
Are there community college fire science & firefighting programs in Georgia?
Yes. 13 public colleges in Georgia 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 Georgia?
Among the 12 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $614 to $13,761. 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 Georgia?
The median pay for firefighters in Georgia is $46,550 a year, and most earn between $33,000 and $61,510, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a fire science & firefighting school in Georgia?
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.
Other programs in Georgia
- Cosmetology schools (42)
- Medical assistant schools (34)
- HVAC schools (28)
- Medical billing and coding schools (28)
- Electrician schools (25)
- IT schools (25)
- Welding schools (24)
- Auto mechanic schools (23)
- CNA classes (23)
- Criminal justice programs (23)
- EMT and paramedic schools (22)
- Industrial maintenance schools (22)
- CDL schools (21)
- LPN programs (21)
- Phlebotomy classes (20)
- Culinary schools (19)
Fire science programs in other states
- California (57)
- Florida (33)
- Ohio (29)
- Texas (27)
- Illinois (23)
- North Carolina (18)
- Arizona (13)
- Massachusetts (11)
- Kentucky (10)
- Oregon (10)
- Wisconsin (10)
- Kansas (9)
- Washington (9)
- Colorado (8)
- Michigan (8)
- New Mexico (8)