Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) at Cisco College

HVAC programs in Texas show surprisingly wide variation, and Cisco College's estimated outcomes suggest it may land near the higher end of that spectrum. While we're working with national benchmarks here—the graduate cohort is too small for the Department of Education to publish school-specific figures—those benchmarks paint a more favorable picture than what most Texas programs actually deliver. The state median sits at just $22,822, nearly half the $41,438 that comparable programs nationally produce. If Cisco's program performs closer to national norms than state averages, that's meaningful for earning potential.

The estimated $12,000 debt load keeps the financial risk manageable, producing a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.29 that suggests graduates could realistically pay down their loans within a year or two of steady work. HVAC technicians typically find consistent demand, and starting near $40,000 in a field where skills and certifications drive wage growth creates a workable foundation. However, the wide gap between Texas and national earnings should give you pause—there's genuine uncertainty about whether Cisco's small program tracks closer to the stronger national outcomes or the weaker state pattern.

The practical question: can you verify Cisco's actual job placement rates and where their graduates work? Given how much Texas HVAC earnings lag nationally, understanding whether this program connects students to higher-paying markets or employers could resolve the biggest unknown in this investment decision.