What Are the Best HVAC Schools in Arkansas?
- Arkansas State University-Newport (Marked Tree) offers Associate of Applied Science in Energy Control Technology and Technical Certificate in Energy Control Technology.
- University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton (Morrilton) offers Certificate of Proficiency in Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology and Technical Certificate in Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology.
- Arkansas Tech University (Ozark) offers Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Associate of Applied Science and Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Associate of Applied Science - Facilities Management Option.
- Tuition and fees run from $2,570 to $9,292 a year (2024–25).
- 8 of 16 Arkansas programs name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- Arkansas HVAC technicians earn a median $48,110 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Arkansas State University-Newport Leads the Arkansas HVAC School Rankings
| # | School | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arkansas State University-NewportMarked Tree | $3,312 | 60 | 46% |
| 2 | University of Arkansas Community College-MorriltonMorrilton | $3,648 | 41 | 42% |
| 3 | Arkansas Tech UniversityOzark | $8,674 | 66 | 49% |
| 4 | North Arkansas CollegeHarrison | $3,504 | 29 | 42% |
| 5 | Phillips Community College of the University of ArkansasHelena-West Helena | $3,380 | 26 | 55% |
| 6 | Arkansas Northeastern CollegeBlytheville | $2,570 | 19 | 49% |
| 7 | University of Arkansas Hope-TexarkanaHope | $3,880 | 28 | 57% |
| 8 | East Arkansas Community CollegeForrest City | $3,300 | 10 | 51% |
| 9 | University of Arkansas Community College-BatesvilleBatesville | $3,630 | 14 | 66% |
| 10 | Arkansas State University-BeebeSearcy | $3,336 | 24 | 42% |
| 11 | Northwest Technical InstituteSpringdale | $6,277 | 5 | 74% |
| 12 | Southern Arkansas University TechCamden | $5,040 | 1 | 62% |
| 13 | University of Arkansas at MonticelloCrossett | $9,292 | 16 | 49% |
| 14 | University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical CollegeNorth Little Rock | $6,300 | 14 | 36% |
| 15 | NorthWest Arkansas Community CollegeBentonville | $3,342 | 0 | 31% |
| 16 | Southeast Arkansas CollegePine Bluff | $5,200 | 5 | 28% |
Tuition is the 2024–25 full-time rate (in-district where published) and graduation rate is school-wide (NCES College Navigator). HVAC awards are credentials conferred in HVAC. Blank cells mean no federal figure for that school.
How We Ranked Arkansas HVAC Schools
Each Arkansas school with a verified, current HVAC program and federal figures gets a percentile score among its in-state peers: program size (35%, HVAC awards conferred), cost (25%, lowest tuition and fees), completion (25%, school-wide graduation rate) and credential ladder (15%, both certificates and associate degrees awarded). Federal data can't measure instructors or lab equipment, so visit the lab before you enroll.
Best HVAC Schools in Arkansas by Goal
HVAC Programs in Arkansas Near Batesville, Bentonville and Blytheville
Lab days are easier to keep up with at a campus you can reach, so start with the city you can commute from. Each program is grouped with the nearest city guide within 45 miles.
- BatesvilleUniversity of Arkansas Community College-Batesville
- BentonvilleNorthWest Arkansas Community College
- BlythevilleArkansas Northeastern College
- CamdenSouthern Arkansas University Tech
- Forrest CityEast Arkansas Community College
- HarrisonNorth Arkansas College
- Helena-West HelenaPhillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
- HopeUniversity of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana
HVAC Schools in Arkansas, School by School
1Arkansas State University-Newport
Offers an associate degree and 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,312 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 60 conferred 2024–25
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls
2University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton
Offers an associate degree and 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,648 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 41 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls
3Arkansas Tech University
Offers 2 associate degrees and 3 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $8,674 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 66 conferred 2024–25
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls · Ductwork
4North Arkansas College
Offers an associate degree and 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,504 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 29 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls · Commercial
5Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,380 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 26 conferred 2024–25
Covers Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps · Controls · Ductwork
6Arkansas Northeastern College
Offers an associate degree and 3 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $2,570 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 19 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Air conditioning
7University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana
Offers 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,880 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 28 conferred 2024–25
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Air conditioning · Controls
8East Arkansas Community College
Offers an associate degree and 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,300 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 10 conferred 2024–25
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning
9University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville
Offers 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,630 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 14 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps · Controls
10Arkansas State University-Beebe
Offers 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,336 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 24 conferred 2024–25
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls · Ductwork
11Northwest Technical Institute
Offers one other award in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $6,277 all students, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 5 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls
12Southern Arkansas University Tech
Offers an associate degree and 5 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $5,040 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 1 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
13University of Arkansas at Monticello
Offers 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $9,292 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 16 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls
14University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College
Offers an associate degree and 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $6,300 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 14 conferred 2024–25
Covers Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning
15NorthWest Arkansas Community College
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,342 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
Covers EPA 608 · Heating · Air conditioning · Ductwork
16Southeast Arkansas College
Offers 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $5,200 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 5 conferred 2024–25
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls · Commercial
Tuition and HVAC awards: NCES College Navigator. Programs and topics: each school's own HVAC page, reviewed September 2026.
What HVAC School Costs in Arkansas: $2,570 to $9,292 a Year
Among the 16 Arkansas HVAC schools with federal figures, 2024–25 tuition and fees for a full-time year range from $2,570 at Arkansas Northeastern College to $9,292 at University of Arkansas at Monticello.
| School | City | Tuition and fees, 2024–25 |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas Northeastern College | Blytheville | $2,570 (in-district) |
| East Arkansas Community College | Forrest City | $3,300 (in-district) |
| Arkansas State University-Newport | Marked Tree | $3,312 (in-state) |
| Arkansas State University-Beebe | Searcy | $3,336 (in-state) |
| NorthWest Arkansas Community College | Bentonville | $3,342 (in-district) |
| Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas | Helena-West Helena | $3,380 (in-district) |
The six lowest rates. Source: NCES College Navigator.
Evening HVAC Classes in Arkansas: 3 Programs
Schedules as each school publishes them. Ask about start dates and evening sections before you apply.
- NorthWest Arkansas Community CollegeClasses typically meet in the evenings twice a week, with one course per semester over three semesters. Students must be 18 and hold a GED or high school diploma.
- Northwest Technical InstituteClasses meet in the evening on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
- University of Arkansas Community College-BatesvilleThe program is taught in person and is tagged as part of EveningU, the college's evening program; the certificate of proficiency is a single fall term.
HVAC Technician Salary in Arkansas: The Memphis Area Pays the Most
| Metro area | Median pay | Top 10% earn more than | HVAC jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis | $56,780 | $87,650 | 1,740 |
| Fayetteville–Springdale–Rogers | $53,620 | $74,600 | 1,240 |
| Fort Smith | $48,160 | $64,450 | 410 |
| Little Rock–North Little Rock–Conway | $48,000 | $63,360 | 1,470 |
| Texarkana | $47,760 | $71,570 | 130 |
| Jonesboro | $47,230 | $63,430 | 170 |
| Hot Springs | $46,630 | $65,590 | 150 |
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in Arkansas (4,960 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
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HVAC Schools in Arkansas: FAQ
How Much Does HVAC School Cost in Arkansas?
Full-time tuition and fees for 2024–25 at the Arkansas schools on this page run from $2,570 to $9,292 a year, before tools and books. Community colleges publish their in-district rate.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Arkansas?
BLS estimates a median of $48,110 a year for HVAC mechanics and installers in Arkansas (May 2025), across 4,960 jobs. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,040 and the top 10% more than $69,290.
What Is the Best HVAC School in Arkansas?
On federal data for program size, cost and completion, Arkansas State University-Newport ranks first among Arkansas schools with verified HVAC programs, followed by University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton. The best fit depends on the credential you want and the campus you can reach.
How Many HVAC Schools Are in Arkansas?
16 schools have a current HVAC program in Arkansas, each checked against the school's own program page, and 8 offer an associate degree. IPEDS counts 18 Arkansas schools that awarded HVAC credentials in 2022–23.
What Is the Most Affordable HVAC School in Arkansas?
Arkansas Northeastern College had the lowest 2024–25 tuition and fees among Arkansas HVAC schools with federal figures: $2,570 for a full-time year (in-district). East Arkansas Community College ($3,300) and Arkansas State University-Newport ($3,312) follow.
Are There Evening HVAC Classes in Arkansas?
Yes. 3 HVAC programs in Arkansas publish evening classes, including NorthWest Arkansas Community College, Northwest Technical Institute and University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified in Arkansas?
Arkansas Northeastern College, North Arkansas College and NorthWest Arkansas Community College and 5 other Arkansas schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing on their HVAC program pages. The certification itself comes from an EPA-approved certifying organization.
Do I Need a License to Work in HVAC?
EPA Section 608 certification is required nationwide for refrigerant work. Some states and localities also require HVAC technicians to be licensed, so check with Arkansas and your city.
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Sources
- Official HVAC program pages of the 16 Arkansas schools above (each profile links to its page), reviewed September 2026.
- U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS completions 2022–23 and College Navigator.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
- U.S. EPA, Section 608 technician certification.