Fire science programs in Lancaster, OH
4 schools within 30 miles of Lancaster, OH offer fire science & firefighting programs, and the closest is Central Ohio Technical College in Newark, 25 miles away. Firefighters in Ohio earn a median $59,370 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 4
- Closest
- 25 mi
- Public colleges
- 4
- Median pay in OH
- $59,370
4 fire science & firefighting schools within 30 mi of Lancaster, OH
School results
Central Ohio Technical College
Newark, OH · 25 mi · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +11
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH · 26 mi · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- HVAC technician
- Plumbing
- +25
Career and Technology Education Centers of Licking County
Newark, OH · 28 mi · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +10
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Hocking College
Nelsonville, OH · 28 mi · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- HVAC technician
- Carpentry
- +17
What firefighters earn in Ohio
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $59,370
- $28.54 an hour
- Typical range
- $34,420–$84,010
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in OH
- 18,100
- 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 Lancaster?
The closest are Central Ohio Technical College (Newark, 25 mi), Columbus State Community College (Columbus, 26 mi), and Career and Technology Education Centers of Licking County (Newark, 28 mi). In total, 4 schools within 30 miles teach fire science & firefighting.
How much do fire science & firefighting programs near Lancaster cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $8,400 to $13,704. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do firefighters make near Lancaster?
Across Ohio, the median pay is $59,370 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 Lancaster?
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.
Fire science programs in nearby cities
- Reynoldsburg (19 mi)
- Newark (26 mi)
- Zanesville (35 mi)
- Mount Vernon (46 mi)
- Xenia (71 mi)