Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) at Louisiana Delta Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Louisiana
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) certificate's programs at peer institutions in Louisiana (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana Delta Community College | — | $33,675 | — | — |
| Fortis College-Baton Rouge | $36,485 | $38,389 | $13,000 | 0.36 |
| South Louisiana Community College | $33,792 | — | — | — |
| Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College | $33,495 | $24,230 | — | — |
| Delgado Community College | $32,550 | — | $18,250 | 0.56 |
| Remington College-Shreveport Campus | $31,763 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $35,749 | — | $10,223 | 0.29 |
Other Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) Programs in Louisiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Louisiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortis College-Baton Rouge Baton Rouge | $16,167 | $36,485 | $13,000 |
| South Louisiana Community College Lafayette | $4,210 | $33,792 | — |
| Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College Minden | $4,109 | $33,495 | — |
| Delgado Community College New Orleans | $4,678 | $32,550 | $18,250 |
| Remington College-Shreveport Campus Shreveport | $23,560 | $31,763 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Louisiana Delta Community College, approximately 53% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.