What Are the Best HVAC Schools in Kansas?
- Kansas City Kansas Community College (Kansas City) offers Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning / Refrigeration Certificate A and Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning / Refrigeration Certificate B.
- Johnson County Community College (Overland Park) offers Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), AAS and Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Certificate.
- Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology (Wichita) offers Associate of Applied Science, Climate & Energy Control (HVAC) and Technical Certificate, Climate & Energy Control (HVAC) (Cert B).
- Tuition and fees run from $2,424 to $9,844 a year (2024–25).
- 12 of 13 Kansas programs name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- Kansas HVAC technicians earn a median $60,460 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Kansas City Kansas Community College Leads the Kansas HVAC School Rankings
| # | School | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kansas City Kansas Community CollegeKansas City | $3,210 | 81 | 42% |
| 2 | Johnson County Community CollegeOverland Park | $2,424 | 46 | 31% |
| 3 | Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and TechnologyWichita | $7,238 | 58 | 43% |
| 4 | Wichita Technical InstituteWichita | $18,400 program | 131 | |
| 5 | Seward County Community CollegeLiberal | $4,032 | 15 | 50% |
| 6 | Fort Hays Tech | North CentralBeloit | $7,350 | 35 | 78% |
| 7 | Manhattan Area Technical CollegeManhattan | $9,844 | 29 | 74% |
| 8 | Neosho County Community CollegeChanute | $5,780 | 61 | 34% |
| 9 | Dodge City Community CollegeDodge City | $4,650 | 19 | 35% |
| 10 | Fort Scott Community CollegePleasanton | $3,390 | 16 | 35% |
| 11 | Salina Area Technical CollegeSalina | $7,128 | 6 | 68% |
| 12 | Washburn Institute of TechnologyTopeka | $8,880 | 12 | 68% |
| 13 | Highland Community CollegeAtchison | $4,080 | 5 | 39% |
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 Kansas HVAC Schools
Each Kansas 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 Kansas by Goal
HVAC Programs in Kansas Near Wichita, Atchison and Beloit
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.
- WichitaWichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology and Wichita Technical Institute
- AtchisonHighland Community College
- BeloitFort Hays Tech | North Central
- ChanuteNeosho County Community College
- Fort ScottFort Scott Community College
- Kansas CityKansas City Kansas Community College
- ManhattanManhattan Area Technical College
- Overland ParkJohnson County Community College
HVAC Schools in Kansas, School by School
1Kansas City Kansas Community College
Offers 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,210 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 81 conferred 2024–25
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning
2Johnson County Community College
Offers an associate degree and a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $2,424 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 46 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps · Ductwork
3Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology
Offers an associate degree and 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $7,238 all students, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 58 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Controls · Ductwork
4Wichita Technical Institute
Offers one other award in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 131 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
5Seward County Community College
Offers an associate degree and 3 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,032 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 15 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Controls · Commercial
6Fort Hays Tech | North Central
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $7,350 all students, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 35 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating
7Manhattan Area Technical College
Offers an associate degree and a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $9,844 all students, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 29 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning
8Neosho County Community College
Offers an associate degree and 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $5,780 all students, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 61 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Commercial
9Dodge City Community College
Offers an associate degree and a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,650 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 19 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls
10Fort Scott Community College
Offers an associate degree and a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,390 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 16 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls · Ductwork
11Salina Area Technical College
Offers an associate degree and a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $7,128 all students, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 6 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning · Ductwork · Commercial
12Washburn Institute of Technology
Offers an associate degree and 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $8,880 all students, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 12 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls
13Highland Community College
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,080 all students, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 5 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Heat pumps · Controls
Tuition and HVAC awards: NCES College Navigator. Programs and topics: each school's own HVAC page, reviewed September 2026.
What HVAC School Costs in Kansas: $2,424 to $9,844 a Year
Among the 12 Kansas HVAC schools with federal figures, 2024–25 tuition and fees for a full-time year range from $2,424 at Johnson County Community College to $9,844 at Manhattan Area Technical College.
| School | City | Tuition and fees, 2024–25 |
|---|---|---|
| Johnson County Community College | Overland Park | $2,424 (in-district) |
| Kansas City Kansas Community College | Kansas City | $3,210 (in-district) |
| Fort Scott Community College | Pleasanton | $3,390 (in-district) |
| Seward County Community College | Liberal | $4,032 (in-district) |
| Highland Community College | Atchison | $4,080 (all students) |
| Dodge City Community College | Dodge City | $4,650 (in-district) |
The six lowest rates. Source: NCES College Navigator.
HVAC Technician Salary in Kansas: The Topeka Area Pays the Most
| Metro area | Median pay | Top 10% earn more than | HVAC jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Topeka | $64,480 | $82,060 | 220 |
| Kansas City | $62,680 | $88,760 | 3,010 |
| St. Joseph | $61,910 | $85,880 | 170 |
| Wichita | $59,520 | $84,780 | 880 |
| Lawrence | $59,390 | $82,570 | 130 |
| Manhattan | $58,000 | $82,040 | 150 |
| Joplin | $55,360 | $81,980 | 210 |
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in Kansas (3,770 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
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HVAC Schools in Kansas: FAQ
How Much Does HVAC School Cost in Kansas?
Full-time tuition and fees for 2024–25 at the Kansas schools on this page run from $2,424 to $9,844 a year, before tools and books. Community colleges publish their in-district rate.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Kansas?
BLS estimates a median of $60,460 a year for HVAC mechanics and installers in Kansas (May 2025), across 3,770 jobs. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $43,660 and the top 10% more than $83,500.
What Is the Best HVAC School in Kansas?
On federal data for program size, cost and completion, Kansas City Kansas Community College ranks first among Kansas schools with verified HVAC programs, followed by Johnson County Community College. The best fit depends on the credential you want and the campus you can reach.
How Many HVAC Schools Are in Kansas?
13 schools have a current HVAC program in Kansas, each checked against the school's own program page, and 9 offer an associate degree. IPEDS counts 12 Kansas schools that awarded HVAC credentials in 2022–23.
What Is the Most Affordable HVAC School in Kansas?
Johnson County Community College had the lowest 2024–25 tuition and fees among Kansas HVAC schools with federal figures: $2,424 for a full-time year (in-district). Kansas City Kansas Community College ($3,210) and Fort Scott Community College ($3,390) follow.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified in Kansas?
Dodge City Community College, Fort Hays Tech | North Central and Fort Scott Community College and 9 other Kansas 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 Kansas and your city.
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Sources
- Official HVAC program pages of the 13 Kansas 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.