Is HVAC School in Springfield Worth the Cost?
- Median HVAC pay in the Springfield, IL metro area: $70,730, against $61,010 nationally (BLS, May 2025).
- Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois in Springfield, 4 miles away, offers HVAC/R Diploma.
- Lincoln Land Community College in Springfield, 5 miles away, offers Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Certificate of Achievement.
- Richland Community College in Decatur, 40 miles away, offers AAS Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Refrigeration and HVAC Residential Installer.
- EPA 608: 1 of these 3 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
HVAC Technician Pay Around Springfield
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in the Springfield, IL metro area (110 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
Compare HVAC Programs Near Springfield
| School | Distance | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midwest Technical Institute-IllinoisSpringfield | 4 miles | 259 | ||
| Lincoln Land Community CollegeSpringfield | 5 miles | $3,744 | 34 | 48% |
| Richland Community CollegeDecatur | 40 miles | $4,680 | 21 | 60% |
HVAC programs near Springfield, 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.
Best HVAC Schools in Springfield for What You Need
HVAC Schools in Springfield: Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois and 2 Others
Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 259 conferred 2024–25
The closest campus to Springfield; the most HVAC awards nearby (259 in 2024–25).
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
Lincoln Land Community College
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,744 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 34 conferred 2024–25
The lowest tuition of the 2 HVAC schools here ($3,744).
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning
Richland Community College
Offers an associate degree and 3 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,680 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 21 conferred 2024–25
A degree option on top of certificates.
Covers EPA 608 · 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 Springfield.
Certificate or Associate Degree Near Springfield?
Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois and Lincoln Land Community College offer certificates or diplomas only; Richland Community College also awards an HVAC associate degree, which adds general education and usually takes about two years full time.
- Midwest Technical Institute-IllinoisHVAC/R Diploma: 735 clock hours plus 182 outside clock hours (28 semester credits), 35 weeks
- Lincoln Land Community CollegeHeating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Certificate of Achievement: as little as 9 months
- Richland Community CollegeAAS Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Refrigeration: 2 years; HVAC Residential Installer: 1 year or less; Commercial Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning: 1 year or less
HVAC Classes in Springfield: When Programs Meet
- Midwest Technical Institute-IllinoisClasses meet Monday through Thursday, either 8:00 a.m.-1:15 p.m. or 5:15 p.m.-10:30 p.m. The program runs seven five-week modules over 35 weeks, with new starts roughly every five weeks.
- Lincoln Land Community CollegeThe 2026-27 cohort runs August 24, 2026 to May 13, 2027. Students consult the program director before registering.
Questions About HVAC Schools in Springfield
How Much Do HVAC Schools in Springfield Cost?
Lincoln Land Community College charges the least, $3,744 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-district); Richland Community College charges $4,680. Tools and books cost extra (Lincoln Land Community College budgets $912 for books and supplies).
How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Springfield?
It depends on the credential. At Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois, the closest program that publishes lengths, HVAC/R Diploma runs 735 clock hours plus 182 outside clock hours (28 semester credits), 35 weeks. 1 of the 3 schools near Springfield also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Springfield?
HVAC mechanics and installers in the Springfield, IL metro area earn a median $70,730 a year (BLS, May 2025), 16% above the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $101,000.
What Is the Best HVAC School Near Springfield?
Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 259 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Lincoln Land Community College ranks second.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Springfield?
Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois 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.