Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
Undergraduate certificate · Fortis College-Columbia · Columbia, SC
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 Fortis College-Columbia earn a median of $35,785 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 $13,000, about 36% 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 South Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Greenville Technical College Greenville | $50,802 | — |
| Midlands Technical College West Columbia | $46,803 | — |
| Horry-Georgetown Technical College Conway | $40,480 | $8,875 |
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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 Fortis College-Columbia make?
The median salary is $35,785 one year after graduation and $43,961 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $13,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.