Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
Undergraduate certificate · Porter & Chester Institute · Bridgeport, CT
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) at Porter & Chester Institute earn a median of $43,235 one year after completing the program. Nationally, undergraduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $48,148 four years after graduating (middle half: $30,565–$66,383). Median debt is $14,120, about 33% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) (Undergraduate certificate) at other Connecticut schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Industrial Management Training Institute Waterbury | $41,746 | $9,500 |
| Porter & Chester Institute of Hamden Hamden | $40,075 | $14,120 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) graduates from Porter & Chester Institute make?
The median salary is $43,235 one year after graduation and $56,898 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $14,120.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.