Fire Science Schools in Evanston, IL (2026)

Updated August 26, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare fire science programs in Evanston, Illinois. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school; contact schools directly to confirm current details.

Fire Science Schools Near Evanston, IL

#1

Oakton College

Des Plaines, IL 9.6 miles away BOC Score 57.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 991
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College

Chicago, IL 11.7 miles away BOC Score 43.9
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  • Programs offered: 20
  • Annual completions: 832
  • Online programs available

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#3

Triton College

River Grove, IL 11.8 miles away BOC Score 54.9
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 847
  • Online programs available

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#4

Morton College

Cicero, IL 15.7 miles away BOC Score 49.6
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  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 233

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#5

William Rainey Harper College

Palatine, IL 19.5 miles away BOC Score 59.2
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  • Programs offered: 48
  • Annual completions: 1,433
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

College of DuPage

Glen Ellyn, IL 23.9 miles away BOC Score 47.7
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  • Programs offered: 66
  • Annual completions: 1,885

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#7

College of Lake County

Grayslake, IL 26.9 miles away BOC Score 47.4
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  • In-state tuition: $4,788
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,400
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  • Graduation rate: 38%
  • Programs offered: 54
  • Annual completions: 2,072

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Elgin Community College

Elgin, IL 32.2 miles away BOC Score 50.2
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  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 1,339

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#9

McHenry County College

Crystal Lake, IL 34.2 miles away BOC Score 58.3
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  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 546
  • Online programs available

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#10

Prairie State College

Chicago Heights, IL 36.3 miles away BOC Score 47.7
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  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 463
  • Online programs available

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Illinois Fire Science Salary Snapshot

Illinois
Illinois Median Pay $78,380 $37.68 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $59,280 $28.50 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 33-2011 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • FESHE-recognized curriculum
  • Firefighter I/II and EMT certification alignment
  • Associate vs bachelor’s routes
  • Live-fire and hands-on training access
  • State certification and hiring requirements

Next Steps

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