Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) at Remington College-Fort Worth Campus

This Texas HVAC program performs surprisingly well within the state despite lagging behind national standards. While Remington College-Fort Worth's graduates earn about $4,000 less than the national median for HVAC programs, they actually outperform most Texas competitors, ranking in the 60th percentile statewide. At $31,763 in first-year earnings, graduates earn slightly more than the Texas median of $30,150, and the program costs less than typical state programs with debt of $12,965 versus the state median of $12,552.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.41 is quite manageable for a trade program, meaning graduates owe less than five months of their starting salary. More encouraging is the 19% earnings growth over four years, bringing median pay to nearly $38,000 by year four. With 85% of students receiving Pell grants, this program clearly serves working-class families seeking practical career training.

For parents considering HVAC training in Texas, this program offers solid value despite not being top-tier nationally. The combination of reasonable debt, steady earnings growth, and above-average performance within Texas makes it a practical choice, especially given the strong job market for HVAC technicians. While programs like Lamson Institute offer higher starting pay, this option provides reliable entry into a stable trade without excessive debt burden.