Fire science programs in Texas
Looking for fire science & firefighting schools in Texas? There are 27, including 27 public colleges. Firefighters in Texas earn a median $60,180 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 27
- Public colleges
- 27
- Median pay in TX
- $60,180
- Cities with schools
- 4
24 fire science & firefighting schools
School results
Austin Community College District
Austin, TX · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +25
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College of the Mainland
Texas City, TX · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Welding
- Medical assistant
- +10
Collin County Community College District
McKinney, TX · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +21
El Paso Community College
El Paso, TX · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +26
Houston Community College
Houston, TX · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +29
Lamar Institute of Technology
Beaumont, TX · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +14
Lone Star College System
The Woodlands, TX · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +23
McLennan Community College
Waco, TX · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +15
Navarro College
Corsicana, TX · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Welding
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +7
North Central Texas College
Gainesville, TX · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +10
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Medical assistant
- Dental assistant
- +3
San Jacinto Community College
Pasadena, TX · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +27
Trinity Valley Community College
Athens, TX · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +15
Weatherford College
Weatherford, TX · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +11
Fire science programs by city
What firefighters earn in Texas
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $60,180
- $28.94 an hour
- Typical range
- $40,020–$77,170
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in TX
- 28,170
- 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 Texas?
We list 27 schools in Texas with fire science & firefighting programs: 27 public colleges. Campuses are in Amarillo, Cisco, Texas City, Athens, and Weatherford.
Are there community college fire science & firefighting programs in Texas?
Yes. 27 public colleges in Texas 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 Texas?
Among the 27 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,342 to $14,820. 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 Texas?
The median pay for firefighters in Texas is $60,180 a year, and most earn between $40,020 and $77,170, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a fire science & firefighting school in Texas?
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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- Medical assistant schools (71)
- Esthetician schools (69)
- LPN programs (65)
- HVAC schools (60)
- Medical billing and coding schools (56)
- Barber schools (55)
- EMT and paramedic schools (53)
- Criminal justice programs (52)
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Fire science programs in other states
- California (57)
- Florida (33)
- Ohio (29)
- Illinois (23)
- North Carolina (18)
- Arizona (13)
- Georgia (13)
- Massachusetts (11)
- Kentucky (10)
- Oregon (10)
- Wisconsin (10)
- Kansas (9)
- Washington (9)
- Colorado (8)
- Michigan (8)
- New Mexico (8)