Fire science programs in North Carolina

We found 18 schools offering fire science & firefighting training in North Carolina, with campuses in Graham, Flat Rock, Wilmington, and Shelby and more. Firefighters in North Carolina earn a median $37,940 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
18
Public colleges
18
Median pay in NC
$37,940
Cities with schools
8

18 fire science & firefighting schools

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  1. Alamance Community College

    Graham, NC · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +17

  2. Blue Ridge Community College - North Carolina

    Flat Rock, NC · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +11

  3. Cape Fear Community College

    Wilmington, NC · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +29

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  5. Catawba Valley Community College

    Hickory, NC · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +13

  6. Central Piedmont Community College

    Charlotte, NC · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

  7. Cleveland Community College

    Shelby, NC · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18

  8. Coastal Carolina Community College

    Jacksonville, NC · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +14

  9. Davidson-Davie Community College

    Thomasville, NC · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +21

  10. Durham Technical Community College

    Durham, NC · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +15

  11. Fayetteville Technical Community College

    Fayetteville, NC · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +26

  12. Gaston College

    Dallas, NC · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +16

  13. Guilford Technical Community College

    Jamestown, NC · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +26

  14. Johnston Community College

    Smithfield, NC · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +12

  15. Mitchell Community College

    Statesville, NC · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +11

  16. Nash Community College

    Rocky Mount, NC · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +13

  17. Randolph Community College

    Asheboro, NC · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +10

  18. Rowan-Cabarrus Community College

    Salisbury, NC · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18

  19. Sandhills Community College

    Pinehurst, NC · Public

    • Fire science & firefighting
    • Automotive technician
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +11

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What firefighters earn in North Carolina

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

Firefighter salary in North CarolinaHow to become a firefighter

Median pay
$37,940
$18.24 an hour
Typical range
$29,360–$61,940
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in NC
19,410
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 North Carolina?

We list 18 schools in North Carolina with fire science & firefighting programs: 18 public colleges. Campuses are in Graham, Flat Rock, Wilmington, Shelby, and Jacksonville.

Are there community college fire science & firefighting programs in North Carolina?

Yes. 18 public colleges in North Carolina 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 North Carolina?

Among the 18 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $995 to $15,002. 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 North Carolina?

The median pay for firefighters in North Carolina is $37,940 a year, and most earn between $29,360 and $61,940, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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