Is There an HVAC School in Russellville?
- Arkansas Tech University in Ozark, 1 miles away, offers Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Associate of Applied Science and Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Associate of Applied Science - Facilities Management Option.
- University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton in Morrilton, 24 miles away, offers Certificate of Proficiency in Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology and Technical Certificate in Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology.
- University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College in North Little Rock, 59 miles away, offers Associate of Applied Science in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration and Technical Certificate in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration.
- EPA 608: 1 of these 3 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- HVAC pay in Arkansas: a median $48,110 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Best HVAC Schools in Russellville for What You Need
HVAC Schools in Russellville and the Surrounding Area
Arkansas 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
The closest campus to Russellville; the most HVAC awards nearby (66 in 2024–25).
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls · Ductwork
University 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
The lowest tuition of the 3 HVAC schools here ($3,648).
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls
University 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
Tuition and HVAC awards: NCES College Navigator. Programs and topics: each school's own HVAC page, reviewed September 2026. Distances are straight-line from Russellville.
Arkansas Tech University and 2 More Programs Within 60 Miles
| School | Distance | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas Tech UniversityOzark | 1 miles | $8,674 | 66 | 49% |
| University of Arkansas Community College-MorriltonMorrilton | 24 miles | $3,648 | 41 | 42% |
| University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical CollegeNorth Little Rock | 59 miles | $6,300 | 14 | 36% |
HVAC programs near Russellville, sorted by straight-line distance. Tuition: 2024–25 full-time rate. Awards: HVAC credentials conferred (NCES College Navigator). Graduation rate is school-wide. Blank cells have no federal figure.
HVAC Classes in Russellville: When Programs Meet
- Arkansas Tech UniversityThe AAS sample plan runs four semesters plus a summer term.
- University of Arkansas Community College-MorriltonStudents can start in fall or spring; the completion plan lays out four full-time semesters, and part-time students can split first-semester courses.
HVAC Degrees Near Russellville
- Arkansas Tech UniversityAir Conditioning & Refrigeration, Associate of Applied Science: 60 credit hours; Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Associate of Applied Science - Facilities Management Option: 63 credit hours; Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Technical Certificate: 36 credit hours
- University of Arkansas Community College-MorriltonCertificate of Proficiency in Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology: 15 credit hours; Technical Certificate in Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology: 31 credit hours; Associate of Applied Science in Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology: 60 credit hours
HVAC Technician Pay in Arkansas
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in Arkansas (4,960 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
Questions About HVAC Schools in Russellville
How Much Do HVAC Schools in Russellville Cost?
University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton charges the least, $3,648 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-district); Arkansas Tech University charges $8,674. Tools and books cost extra (University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton budgets $3,148 for books and supplies).
How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Russellville?
It depends on the credential. At Arkansas Tech University, the closest program that publishes lengths, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Associate of Applied Science runs 60 credit hours. 3 of the 3 schools near Russellville also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Russellville?
HVAC mechanics and installers in Arkansas earn a median $48,110 a year (BLS, May 2025), 21% below the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $69,290.
What Is the Best HVAC School Near Russellville?
University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 41 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Arkansas Tech University ranks second.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Russellville?
University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton names EPA 608 preparation or testing on its HVAC program page.
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Sources
- Official HVAC program pages of the 3 schools above (each profile links to its page), reviewed September 2026.
- U.S. Department of Education, College Navigator (IPEDS).
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
