Fire science programs in Nashua, NH
4 schools within 30 miles of Nashua, NH offer fire science & firefighting programs, and the closest is Middlesex Community College in Bedford, 19 miles away. Firefighters in New Hampshire earn a median $56,620 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 4
- Closest
- 19 mi
- Public colleges
- 4
- Median pay in NH
- $56,620
4 fire science & firefighting schools within 30 mi of Nashua, NH
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Middlesex Community College
Bedford, MA · 19 mi · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Medical assistant
- Phlebotomy
- +8
Northern Essex Community College
Haverhill, MA · 23 mi · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +12
Mount Wachusett Community College
Gardner, MA · 27 mi · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Automotive technician
- Medical assistant
- +7
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North Shore Community College
Danvers, MA · 29 mi · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +14
What firefighters earn in New Hampshire
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Firefighter salary in New HampshireHow to become a firefighter
- Median pay
- $56,620
- $27.22 an hour
- Typical range
- $35,450–$78,570
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NH
- 2,700
- 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
What are the closest fire science & firefighting schools to Nashua?
The closest are Middlesex Community College (Bedford, 19 mi), Northern Essex Community College (Haverhill, 23 mi), and Mount Wachusett Community College (Gardner, 27 mi). In total, 4 schools within 30 miles teach fire science & firefighting.
How much do fire science & firefighting programs near Nashua cost?
For the 4 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $2,624 to $9,000. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do firefighters make near Nashua?
Across New Hampshire, the median pay is $56,620 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a fire science & firefighting school in Nashua?
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.
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