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

HVAC programs nationally show consistent outcomes, with graduates from comparable associate degree programs typically earning around $41,000 in their first year—exactly where Mohave's estimated figures land. The estimated $12,000 debt load is notably lighter than the national median of $17,500 for this credential, suggesting that if actual outcomes align with these peer programs, students here could finish with less financial burden than at many competing schools.

The 0.29 debt-to-earnings ratio looks manageable on paper—graduates would owe roughly three months of first-year income. But there's a caveat worth understanding: both the earnings and debt figures are estimates based on similar programs elsewhere, not tracked outcomes from Mohave graduates specifically. In skilled trades like HVAC, local labor markets matter enormously. Kingman's proximity to growing markets like Las Vegas and Phoenix could mean stronger opportunities than these national averages suggest, or the rural location could limit initial placements.

The value proposition here depends heavily on two unknowns: whether Mohave's specific program delivers job placement on par with peer programs, and whether Arizona's HVAC demand translates to salaries matching national norms. With one-third of students receiving Pell grants, affordability appears to be a strength. Before committing, verify the program's industry connections and graduate placement rates—those operational details matter more than estimated earnings when the data itself isn't program-specific.