Fire Protection

Associate's degree · Waldorf University · Forest City, IA

CIP 43.02

$76,032Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$90,602Median earnings 4 years after
$79,231Median earnings 5 years after
$11,200Median federal debt
23Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Fire Protection at Waldorf University earn a median of $76,032 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $73,589 four years after graduating (middle half: $54,542–$96,772). Median debt is $11,200, about 15% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Fire Protection graduates from Waldorf University make?

The median salary is $76,032 one year after graduation and $79,231 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $11,200.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.