Fire Protection (Bachelor's Degree) at Anna Maria College

Median Earnings (1yr)

$81,637

72nd percentile

Median Debt

$22,875

1% above national median

Analysis

Anna Maria College's fire protection program delivers strong outcomes that outpace most of the nation, with first-year graduates earning $81,637—about $14,500 more than the typical fire protection graduate nationally and landing in the 72nd percentile. The program appears particularly effective at commanding higher salaries, with four-year earnings jumping to $100,072, representing 23% growth that suggests graduates are moving into leadership or specialized roles. At under $23,000 in median debt, the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.28 means graduates owe just over three months' salary, an exceptionally manageable burden.

The Massachusetts comparison is less meaningful here since only two schools in the state offer this bachelor's degree, making Anna Maria essentially tied for the state median. What matters more is the national standing: this program significantly outperforms three-quarters of fire protection programs nationwide while maintaining debt levels right at the national median. For a school with a 90% admission rate serving a substantial population of Pell grant recipients, these outcomes are impressive.

Parents should feel confident about this investment. The combination of immediate earning power, strong growth trajectory, and modest debt creates a clear path to financial stability. Fire protection as a field offers solid job security and advancement opportunities, and Anna Maria's graduates appear well-positioned to capitalize on both.

Where Anna Maria College Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all fire protection bachelors's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How Anna Maria College graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School	1 Year	4 Years	Growth
Anna Maria College	$81,637	$100,072	+23%
Eastern Oregon University	$58,911	$94,819	+61%
Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	$75,503	$89,490	+19%
Waldorf University	$97,731	$83,416	-15%
Columbia Southern University	$82,718	$80,338	-3%

Compare to Similar Programs Nationally

Fire Protection bachelors's programs at top institutions nationally

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Anna Maria CollegePaxton	$43,064	$81,637	$100,072	$22,875	0.28
Southern Illinois University-CarbondaleCarbondale	$13,244	$104,017	—	$17,725	0.17
Waldorf UniversityForest City	$25,220	$97,731	$83,416	$21,783	0.22
Purdue University GlobalWest Lafayette	$10,110	$89,622	$78,630	$29,636	0.33
University of FloridaGainesville	$6,381	$86,740	—	$12,296	0.14
University of Florida-OnlineGainesville	$3,876	$86,740	—	$12,296	0.14
National Median	—	$67,102	—	$22,723	0.34

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with fire protection graduates

Fire Inspectors and Investigators

Inspect buildings to detect fire hazards and enforce local ordinances and state laws, or investigate and gather facts to determine cause of fires and explosions.

$75,480/yrJobs growth:

Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists

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

$75,480/yrJobs growth:

Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach vocational courses intended to provide occupational training below the baccalaureate level in subjects such as construction, mechanics/repair, manufacturing, transportation, or cosmetology, primarily to students who have graduated from or left high school. Teaching takes place in public or private schools whose primary business is academic or vocational education.

$62,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Firefighters

Control and extinguish fires or respond to emergency situations where life, property, or the environment is at risk. Duties may include fire prevention, emergency medical service, hazardous material response, search and rescue, and disaster assistance.

$59,530/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Managers, All Other

All managers not listed separately.

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Compliance Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization to ensure compliance with ethical or regulatory standards.

Loss Prevention Managers

Plan and direct policies, procedures, or systems to prevent the loss of assets. Determine risk exposure or potential liability, and develop risk control measures.

First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in firefighting and fire prevention and control.

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Anna Maria College, approximately 34% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.

Sample Size: Based on 34 graduates with reported earnings and 46 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.