Fire science programs in Oregon
We found 10 schools offering fire science & firefighting training in Oregon, with campuses in Bend, Astoria, Coos Bay, and Pendleton and more. Firefighters in Oregon earn a median $70,900 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 10
- Public colleges
- 10
- Median pay in OR
- $70,900
- Cities with schools
- 2
10 fire science & firefighting schools
School results
Blue Mountain Community College
Pendleton, OR · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Welding
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +5
Central Oregon Community College
Bend, OR · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +17
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Clatsop Community College
Astoria, OR · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +3
Portland Community College
Portland, OR · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +21
Southwestern Oregon Community College
Coos Bay, OR · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Welding
- Medical assistant
- +7
Fire science programs by city
What firefighters earn in Oregon
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $70,900
- $34.09 an hour
- Typical range
- $38,800–$104,070
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in OR
- 3,790
- 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 Oregon?
We list 10 schools in Oregon with fire science & firefighting programs: 10 public colleges. Campuses are in Bend, Astoria, Coos Bay, Pendleton, and Salem.
Are there community college fire science & firefighting programs in Oregon?
Yes. 10 public colleges in Oregon 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 Oregon?
Among the 10 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $7,855 to $13,095. 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 Oregon?
The median pay for firefighters in Oregon is $70,900 a year, and most earn between $38,800 and $104,070, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a fire science & firefighting school in Oregon?
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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Fire science programs in other states
- California (57)
- Florida (33)
- Ohio (29)
- Texas (27)
- Illinois (23)
- North Carolina (18)
- Arizona (13)
- Georgia (13)
- Massachusetts (11)
- Kentucky (10)
- Wisconsin (10)
- Kansas (9)
- Washington (9)
- Colorado (8)
- Michigan (8)
- New Mexico (8)