Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) at Northwest Technical College
Associate's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Minnesota
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) associates's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Technical College | — | — | — | — |
| Hennepin Technical College | $65,592 | $72,770 | $20,000 | 0.30 |
| Minneapolis Community and Technical College | $56,191 | $75,096 | $20,000 | 0.36 |
| Century College | $52,105 | $64,785 | $11,500 | 0.22 |
| Dunwoody College of Technology | $47,076 | $70,510 | $17,500 | 0.37 |
| National Median | $41,438 | — | $17,500 | 0.42 |
Other Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hennepin Technical College Brooklyn Park | $5,881 | $65,592 | $20,000 |
| Minneapolis Community and Technical College Minneapolis | $6,128 | $56,191 | $20,000 |
| Century College White Bear Lake | $6,182 | $52,105 | $11,500 |
| Dunwoody College of Technology Minneapolis | $25,659 | $47,076 | $17,500 |
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 Northwest Technical College, approximately 33% 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.