Which HVAC Schools in Muscatine Should You Compare?
- Eastern Iowa Community College District in Muscatine, 27 miles away, offers Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Diploma and Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Certificate.
- Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids, 45 miles away, offers HVAC Installer Diploma.
- EPA 608: 1 of these 2 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- HVAC pay in Iowa: a median $60,680 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Compare HVAC Programs Near Muscatine
| School | Distance | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Iowa Community College DistrictMuscatine | 27 miles | $4,848 | 21 | 45% |
| Kirkwood Community CollegeCedar Rapids | 45 miles | $6,176 | 12 | 43% |
HVAC programs near Muscatine, 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 Schools in Muscatine: Eastern Iowa Community College District and One Other
Eastern Iowa Community College District
Offers a diploma, a certificate and one other award in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,848 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 21 conferred 2024–25
The closest campus to Muscatine; the lowest tuition of the 2 HVAC schools here ($4,848); the most HVAC awards nearby (21 in 2024–25); evening or weekend classes.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Ductwork
Kirkwood Community College
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $6,176 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 12 conferred 2024–25
Covers Electrical · 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 Muscatine.
HVAC Classes in Muscatine: Eastern Iowa Community College District Teaches Evenings or Weekends
- Eastern Iowa Community College DistrictThe credit diploma can be finished in less than a year. A separate non-credit Residential HVAC Installation course meets in person at the Scott campus over about 10 weeks and is aimed at people who need evening training.
- Kirkwood Community CollegeThe one-year program starts in the fall, with 17 credits in fall and 17.5 in spring; admission requires a program conference.
How Long HVAC Programs Near Muscatine Take
- Eastern Iowa Community College DistrictHeating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Diploma: 39 credits; Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Certificate: 20 credits; Residential HVAC Installation (non-credit): 9-10 weeks
- Kirkwood Community CollegeHVAC Installer Diploma: 34.5 credit hours (one year)
HVAC Technician Pay in Iowa
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in Iowa (3,840 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
Questions About HVAC Schools in Muscatine
How Much Do HVAC Schools in Muscatine Cost?
Eastern Iowa Community College District charges the least, $4,848 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-state); Kirkwood Community College charges $6,176. Tools and books cost extra (Eastern Iowa Community College District budgets $2,000 for books and supplies).
How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Muscatine?
It depends on the credential. At Eastern Iowa Community College District, the closest program that publishes lengths, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Diploma runs 39 credits. Certificates and diplomas are the usual credentials here.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Muscatine?
HVAC mechanics and installers in Iowa earn a median $60,680 a year (BLS, May 2025), close to the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $86,280.
What Is the Best HVAC School Near Muscatine?
Eastern Iowa Community College District scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 21 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Kirkwood Community College ranks second.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Muscatine?
Eastern Iowa Community College District names EPA 608 preparation or testing on its HVAC program page.
Are There Night HVAC Classes Near Muscatine?
Yes. Eastern Iowa Community College District (27 miles) publishes evening or weekend classes. Each school profile has its full schedule.
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Sources
- Official HVAC program pages of the 2 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.
