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

In Ohio, HVAC programs show remarkably consistent outcomes, with peer schools producing first-year earnings around $42,690—suggesting the program at Stautzenberger-Maumee likely follows suit. The estimated $41,438 first-year salary based on comparable programs nationwide fits this pattern, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.47. For a household-name trade where skilled technicians stay in demand, those numbers work.

The estimated debt of $19,635 runs higher than Ohio's typical $13,084 for HVAC programs, though it remains reasonable given the earning potential. With three-quarters of students receiving Pell grants, Stautzenberger serves a population where every dollar of debt matters. The difference between this school's estimated debt and the state median represents about four months of gross pay—not catastrophic, but worth understanding before committing.

The practical takeaway: HVAC credentials deliver reliable outcomes across Ohio programs, but the cost variation matters. Since these figures are estimates based on peer schools rather than Stautzenberger's actual graduate data, contact the school directly for their specific job placement rates and verify whether recent graduates are actually landing the $40,000+ jobs that make this debt manageable. For students who complete the program and enter the field, the math should work—HVAC technicians have clear career paths and the salary typically grows with experience and certifications.