Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 358000
- Phone: (214) 638-0484
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
88%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
14:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$5,851Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Fire Science Degree
The fire science program at Kilgore College prepares students for careers as firefighters, fire inspectors, fire investigators, first line supervisors, or managers of firefighters. The program focuses on the duties of firefighters. Program courses include: firefighting equipment operation and maintenance, principles of fire science and combustible substances, methods of controlling different types of fires, hazardous material handling and control, fire rescue procedures, public relations, and laws and regulations. Get more details below including other Texas colleges that offer fire science degrees.
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Kilgore College
Also known as KD Conservatory
2600 Stemmons Fwy Ste 117, Dallas, TX
Kilgore College, located in Kilgore,TX, is a 2 year public institution in east Texas, and serving 20 school districts. The school was founded in 1935 during the east Texas oil boom, and his home to the East Texas Oil Museum. Additionally, it is home to the Kilgore College Rangerettes, the first precision drill team in the world (formed in 1940).
Academics
As a 2 year institution, KC offers many courses in a variety of fields, including associates programs and vocational courses along with classes for individual growth. KC also has one of the lowest costs per credit hour of any college or university in Texas.
Some programs offered are:
Admissions and Financial Aid
All applicants must take a placement exam, have their transcripts sent, complete the admissions application, and attend student orientation. Students applying for financial aid should do so prior to the financial aid deadline. Students applying for aid should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and visit the financial aid office to plan out your financial aid needs.
Athletics
The school's mascot is the Ranger, and the colors are blue and grey. The football team has more wins than any other NJCAA team in Texas, and along with basketball, the Rangerettes and cheerleaders, combine to form the athletics department.
Students Enrolled in the Fire Science Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Kilgore College has offered the following academic levels for students:
- Less Than One Year Certificate
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Less Than One Year Certificate | 78 |
| Associate's Degree | 7 |
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 73 |
| Female | 12 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Hispanic | 11 |
| White | 68 |
| Multiple Races | 1 |
| Non Resident Alien | 5 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Fire Science program at KD Conservatory, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Municipal Fire Fighting and Prevention Supervisors
Description
Supervise fire fighters who control and extinguish municipal fires, protect life and property, and conduct rescue efforts.
Municipal Firefighters
Description
Control and extinguish municipal fires, protect life and property and conduct rescue efforts.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, municipal firefighters employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.3% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 5
- Average Hourly Rate: $24.91
- Average Annual Salary: $51810
- Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 2
- Average Hourly Rate: $29.00
- Average Annual Salary: $60320
Fire Inspectors
Description
Inspect buildings and equipment to detect fire hazards and enforce state and local regulations.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, fire inspectors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.5% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 480
- Average Hourly Rate: $29.63
- Average Annual Salary: $61620
- Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 80
- Average Hourly Rate: $30.91
- Average Annual Salary: $64300
Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists
Description
Enforce fire regulations, inspect forest for fire hazards and recommend forest fire prevention or control measures. May report forest fires and weather conditions.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, forest fire inspectors and prevention specialists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 13.1% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the students Kilgore College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Kilgore College may provide services to students like:- Online classes
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
KD Conservatory is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports being in the NJCAA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball
- Football
- Softball