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ACCEPTANCE RATE

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FINANCIAL AID RATE

70%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

23:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

16

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$6,557

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Fire Science Degree

The fire science program at Community College of Aurora prepares students for careers as firefighters, fire inspectors, fire investigators, first line supervisors, or managers of firefighters. The program focuses on the duties of firefighters. Program courses include: firefighting equipment operation and maintenance, principles of fire science and combustible substances, methods of controlling different types of fires, hazardous material handling and control, fire rescue procedures, public relations, and laws and regulations. Get more details below including other Colorado colleges that offer fire science degrees.

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Community College of Aurora

Also known as Colorado Tech CTU

4435 N Chestnut Street, Colorado Springs, CO

The Community College of Aurora is located in Aurora, Colorado. It was founded in 1983 and has been offering a first class education ever since. Tuition is affordable at $183 per credit. The college offers a unique experience on campuses in Aurora and Denver, Colorado. You can choose career training or earn an Associate degree that will transfer to a four year state college or university, the Community College of Aurora offers an affordable option.

CCA offers learning experiences that go beyond the book. After completing one of the school’s cutting-edge programs, graduates can begin their career or transfer to a four-year college or university.

CCA’s two campuses are home to more than 15,500 students. Each one offers the latest technologies, which give students a step up on the competition following graduation.

International students love studying at the Community College of Aurora in Colorado. The college offers an outstanding ESL program and F1 visas.  International students will pay $12,340.00 per year in tuition as well as $8,500 in living expenses. The college has been approved by the Colorado Commission on Higher Education and is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

The Community College of Aurora offers an easy transition from the college into a bachelor’s degree program. After completing your degree and the requirements for admission, you can transfer to a public Colorado college or university with junior standing. Degree programs that will transfer include Business, Engineering, Mathematics, Psychology, Spanish, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Anthropology, Political Science, and Sociology.

Students Enrolled in the Fire Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Community College of Aurora has offered the following academic levels for students:

  • Less Than One Year Certificate
  • Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Less Than One Year Certificate2
Associate's Degree4

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male3
Female3

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Hispanic1
White5

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Fire Science program at Colorado Tech CTU, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Municipal Fire Fighting and Prevention Supervisors

Description

Supervise fire fighters who control and extinguish municipal fires, protect life and property, and conduct rescue efforts.

Municipal Firefighters

Description

Control and extinguish municipal fires, protect life and property and conduct rescue efforts.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, municipal firefighters employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Colorado Springs, CO
    • Total Employment: 950
    • Average Hourly Rate: $20.59
    • Average Annual Salary: $42830

Fire Inspectors

Description

Inspect buildings and equipment to detect fire hazards and enforce state and local regulations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, fire inspectors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.5% from 2014 to 2024

Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists

Description

Enforce fire regulations, inspect forest for fire hazards and recommend forest fire prevention or control measures. May report forest fires and weather conditions.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, forest fire inspectors and prevention specialists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 13.1% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants Community College of Aurora accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, Community College of Aurora may offer student services like those listed below:

  • Online course work available
  • Night and weekend classes available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Student employment
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