Fire Protection

Associate's degree · Utah Valley University · Orem, UT

CIP 43.02

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$78,436Median earnings 4 years after

$85,741Median earnings 5 years after

$10,370Median federal debt

116Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Fire Protection at Utah Valley University earn a median of $78,436. 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 $10,370, about 13% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Other programs at Utah Valley University

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Information Science/StudiesBachelor's degree$79,918
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Accounting and Related ServicesMaster's degree$65,720
Curriculum and InstructionMaster's degree$65,419
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Entrepreneurial and Small Business OperationsBachelor's degree$60,448
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Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/TechniciansAssociate's degree$55,893

Frequently asked questions

How much do Fire Protection graduates from Utah Valley University make?

The median salary is $78,436 and $85,741 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $10,370.

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