Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
Associate's degree · Century College · White Bear Lake, MN
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) at Century College earn a median of $52,105 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $58,236 four years after graduating (middle half: $40,333–$75,430). Median debt is $10,500, about 20% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) (Associate's degree) at other Minnesota schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Hennepin Technical College Brooklyn Park | $65,592 | $14,751 |
| Minneapolis Community and Technical College Minneapolis | $56,191 | $20,000 |
| Dunwoody College of Technology Minneapolis | $47,076 | $17,500 |
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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 Century College make?
The median salary is $52,105 one year after graduation and $75,499 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $10,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.