Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
Undergraduate certificate · Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College · Rockford, IL
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 Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College earn a median of $33,403 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 $13,682, about 41% 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 Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| HVAC Technical Institute Chicago | $41,644 | $6,851 |
| ETI School of Skilled Trades Willowbrook | $39,169 | $9,500 |
| Lincoln Land Community College Springfield | $28,504 | $7,445 |
| Elgin Community College Elgin | $24,513 | — |
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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 Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College make?
The median salary is $33,403 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $13,682.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.