Best colleges for Heating in Arizona
Ranked by graduate earnings
Eastern Arizona College, UEI College - Phoenix and Refrigeration School Inc award the most Heating degrees and certificates in Arizona: 310, 126 and 107 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 15 Arizona colleges offer Heating and award 871 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician program prepares students for careers in the mechanical and repair technologies field. This program focuses on the essential skills needed to…
Top 2 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Refrigeration School Inc Phoenix Private for-profit · Certificate | $48,145 | 107 | 76% | $26,791 | $8,835 |
| 2 | UEI College - Phoenix Phoenix Private for-profit · Certificate | $33,444 | 126 | 57% | $32,886 | $9,500 |
Colleges awarding the most Heating degrees in Arizona
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eastern Arizona College Thatcher Public | 310 | Not reported |
| 2 | UEI College - Phoenix Phoenix Private for-profit | 126 | $33,444* |
| 3 | Refrigeration School Inc Phoenix Private for-profit | 107 | $48,145 |
| 4 | UEI College - Mesa Mesa Private for-profit | 62 | $33,444* |
| 5 | Mohave Community College Kingman Public | 61 | Not reported |
| 6 | East Valley Institute of Technology Mesa Public | 46 | Not reported |
| 7 | Universal Technical Institute of Arizona Inc Avondale Private for-profit | 37 | Not reported |
| 8 | Western Maricopa Education Center Glendale Public | 21 | Not reported |
| 9 | Carrington College - Phoenix North Phoenix Private for-profit | 18 | Not reported |
| 10 | Cochise County Community College District Sierra Vista Public | 17 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 5 Arizona colleges offering Heating
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pima Community College | Tucson | Public | 20 |
| GateWay Community College | Phoenix | Public | 18 |
| Yavapai College | Prescott | Public | 16 |
| Arizona Western College | Yuma | Public | 11 |
| Coconino Community College | Flagstaff | Public | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers (SOC 49-9021).
Top skills
What Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers earn in Arizona
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Heating programs in Arizona.
Which Arizona colleges award the most Heating degrees?+
Eastern Arizona College (310 graduates a year), UEI College - Phoenix (126 graduates a year) and Refrigeration School Inc (107 graduates a year) award the most Heating degrees and certificates in Arizona, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 15 Arizona colleges offer Heating.
Which Heating program in Arizona has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Refrigeration School Inc tops the list at $48,145. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers earn in Arizona?+
The average annual wage for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Arizona is $60,900 (median $59,400), across about 10,860 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Heating program?+
The Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician program prepares students for careers in the mechanical and repair technologies field. This program focuses on the essential skills needed to…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop critical thinking, reading comprehension, active listening, monitoring, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers?+
The national job outlook is about +8.1% growth with around 40,100 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Postsecondary nondegree award is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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