2027 Best Value Fire Science Schools in the New England Region
[Fire Science](/majors/protective-security-safety-services/fire-protection/fire-science/) programs reward a close look at where your money goes furthest. The schools below stand out for delivering a strong fire science education at a price that pays off.
To produce this 2027 ranking, College Factual evaluated 7 schools on the balance of cost and outcomes for fire science students.
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2027 Best Value Fire Science Schools in the New England Region
If you want to know which schools deliver the best value for the fire science degrees they offer, see the list below.
Best Value Fire Science Schools
Bristol Community College tops our 2027 list of the best value fire science schools in the New England Region. Located in the suburb of Fall River, Bristol Community College is a large public university. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $5,832, while out-of-state students pay about $10,776. Fire Science graduates carry a median of $9,482 in student loans. Fire Science graduates of Bristol Community College earn a median of $37,897 early in their careers. That is a strong return on a $9,482 median debt.
Springfield Technical Community College is a great value for students pursuing a degree in fire science, landing the #2 spot this year. Set in the city of Springfield, Springfield Technical Community College is a moderately-sized public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $5,904, compared with $11,112 for out-of-state students. Typical student debt for fire science graduates is $9,707. Fire Science graduates of Springfield Technical Community College earn a median of $42,457 early in their careers. That is a strong return on a $9,707 median debt.
A rank of #3 makes Massasoit Community College one of the best values for fire science. Set in the suburb of Brockton, Massasoit Community College is a moderately-sized public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $5,376, compared with $10,320 for out-of-state students. Fire Science graduates carry a median of $10,894 in student loans. Fire Science graduates of Massasoit Community College earn a median of $42,938 early in their careers. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value.
A rank of #4 makes Southern Maine Community College one of the best values for fire science. Located in the city of South Portland, Southern Maine Community College is a moderately-sized public university. In-state tuition and fees average $4,156, compared with $7,036 for out-of-state students. Typical student debt for fire science graduates is $13,869. Soon after graduation, fire science degree recipients from Southern Maine Community College generally make around $41,328. Set against $13,869 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff.
Students looking for strong value in fire science will find it at Lakes Region Community College, which ranked #5. Located in the town of Laconia, Lakes Region Community College is a mid-sized public university. Students from in state pay about $6,720 in tuition and fees, compared with $14,970 for out-of-state students. Median earnings reach $51,182 ten years out.
Anna Maria College came in at #6 for value in fire science this year. Anna Maria College is a small private not-for-profit school located in the rural area of Paxton. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $44,571. Students borrow a median of $22,875 to complete the fire science program here. Fire Science graduates of Anna Maria College earn a median of $81,637 early in their careers. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 50% of applicants are accepted.
University Of New Haven ranked #7 on our 2027 list of the best value fire science schools. University Of New Haven is a large private not-for-profit school located in the suburb of West Haven. Students from in state pay about $47,332 in tuition and fees. Typical student debt for fire science graduates is $26,375. Fire Science graduates of University Of New Haven earn a median of $49,615 early in their careers. Set against $26,375 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Roughly 60% of applicants are accepted.
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Notes and References
This list is compiled by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2027 edition. Schools are scored on the balance of cost (tuition and student debt) against student outcomes (post-graduation earnings) — a measure of return on investment, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Best Value · 7 schools evaluated.
*Averages shown above reflect the top 7 ranked schools only.
- The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE), serves as the core of our data about colleges.
- Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).
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