Fire Science Schools in Elkhart, IN (2026)

Updated August 26, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare fire science programs in Elkhart, Indiana. 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 Elkhart, IN

#1

Southwestern Michigan College

Dowagiac, MI 19.9 miles away BOC Score 48.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 179
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Kalamazoo Valley Community College

Kalamazoo, MI 39.6 miles away BOC Score 49.9
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  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 489
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Four County Career Center

Archbold, OH 86.3 miles away
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 528

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#4

Prairie State College

Chicago Heights, IL 87.3 miles away BOC Score 47.7
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  • Programs offered: 60
  • Annual completions: 896
  • Online programs available

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#5

City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College

Chicago, IL 89.1 miles away BOC Score 43.9
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  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 1,448
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Vantage Career Center

Van Wert, OH 91.4 miles away BOC Score 65.4
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  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 472

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#7

Morton College

Cicero, IL 93.2 miles away BOC Score 49.6
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  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 413

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#8

Triton College

River Grove, IL 98 miles away BOC Score 54.9
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  • Programs offered: 71
  • Annual completions: 1,558
  • Online programs available

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#9

Purdue University Global

West Lafayette, IN 99.1 miles away BOC Score 45.8
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  • 2550 Northwestern Avenue, Suite 1100 West Lafayette, IN 47906
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  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 8,908
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Indiana Fire Science Salary Snapshot

Indiana
Indiana Median Pay $62,780 $30.18 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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Career Overview

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