What Are the Best HVAC Schools in Massachusetts?
- Springfield Technical Community College (Springfield) offers Associate in Science in Energy Systems Technology (HVAC) and Certificate of Completion in Heating/Ventilation/Air Conditioning.
- Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology (Boston) offers Certificate in HVAC&R Technology and Engineering Technology AS, Building Energy Management concentration.
- New England Tractor Trailer Training School of Massachusetts (Haverhill) offers HVACR Technology Diploma.
- Tuition and fees run from $5,376 to $18,906 a year (2024–25).
- 7 of 8 Massachusetts programs name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- Massachusetts HVAC technicians earn a median $77,300 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Springfield Technical Community College Leads the Massachusetts HVAC School Rankings
| # | School | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Springfield Technical Community CollegeSpringfield | $5,904 | 37 | 32% |
| 2 | Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of TechnologyBoston | $18,906 | 94 | 46% |
| 3 | New England Tractor Trailer Training School of MassachusettsHaverhill | $22,845 program | 91 | |
| 4 | Motoring Technical Training InstituteSeekonk | 63 | ||
| 5 | Technology Learning CenterOxford | $7,385 program | 35 | |
| 6 | Southeastern Technical InstituteSouth Easton | $7,875 program | 12 | |
| 7 | Massasoit Community CollegeBrockton | $5,376 | 1 | 19% |
| 8 | Quinsigamond Community CollegeWorcester | $6,262 | 8 | 22% |
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 Massachusetts HVAC Schools
Each Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts by Goal
HVAC Programs in Massachusetts Near Boston, Brockton and Haverhill
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.
- BostonBenjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology
- BrocktonMassasoit Community College
- HaverhillNew England Tractor Trailer Training School of Massachusetts
- OxfordTechnology Learning Center
- SeekonkMotoring Technical Training Institute
- South EastonSoutheastern Technical Institute
- SpringfieldSpringfield Technical Community College
- WorcesterQuinsigamond Community College
HVAC Schools in Massachusetts, School by School
1Springfield Technical Community College
Offers 2 associate degrees and a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $5,904 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 37 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Heat pumps · Controls
2Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology
Offers an associate degree and a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $18,906 all students, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 94 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Heat pumps · Controls · Commercial
3New England Tractor Trailer Training School of Massachusetts
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 91 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
4Motoring Technical Training Institute
Offers one other award in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 63 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
5Technology Learning Center
Offers 2 other awards in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 2 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 35 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
6Southeastern Technical Institute
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 12 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls
7Massasoit Community College
Offers an associate degree in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $5,376 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 1 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Heating · Heat pumps · Controls
8Quinsigamond Community College
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $6,262 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 8 conferred 2024–25
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · 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 Massachusetts: $5,376 to $18,906 a Year
Among the 4 Massachusetts HVAC schools with federal figures, 2024–25 tuition and fees for a full-time year range from $5,376 at Massasoit Community College to $18,906 at Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology.
| School | City | Tuition and fees, 2024–25 |
|---|---|---|
| Massasoit Community College | Brockton | $5,376 (in-state) |
| Springfield Technical Community College | Springfield | $5,904 (in-state) |
| Quinsigamond Community College | Worcester | $6,262 (in-state) |
| Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology | Boston | $18,906 (all students) |
The six lowest rates. Source: NCES College Navigator.
Evening HVAC Classes in Massachusetts: 7 Programs
Schedules as each school publishes them. Ask about start dates and evening sections before you apply.
- Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of TechnologyStudents can choose a day or an evening certificate program; fall starts run September to May (9 months) and spring starts run January to August (8 months).
- Motoring Technical Training InstituteStudents can attend full-time days (Monday to Friday, about 7 months) or part-time evenings (Monday to Wednesday, about 18 months).
- New England Tractor Trailer Training School of MassachusettsStudents can attend a morning program (Monday to Thursday, 8:00 am to 2:15 pm, 52 weeks), an evening program (Monday to Thursday, 5:30 pm to 10:30 pm) or a weekend program (Friday evening plus Saturday and Sunday), with evening and weekend running 60 weeks. Classes start four times a year.
- Quinsigamond Community CollegeAll courses are offered in the evening at Worcester Technical High School, and students who take the full course load finish in two semesters.
- Southeastern Technical InstituteThe program runs in the evening, Monday to Thursday from 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm (20 hours a week), for 35 weeks starting each spring; up to 12 students are accepted each year.
- Springfield Technical Community CollegeStudents can take the AS and the certificate during the day or evening; the certificate takes one year and the AS two years.
- Technology Learning CenterHVACR 101 runs full time four days a week (Monday to Thursday) in day or evening cohorts over 21 weeks; HVACR 103 runs days Monday to Thursday plus some Fridays over 42 weeks. Classes are split about evenly between classroom and hands-on lab.
HVAC Technician Salary in Massachusetts: The Boston Area Pays the Most
| Metro area | Median pay | Top 10% earn more than | HVAC jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston–Cambridge–Newton | $78,530 | $103,050 | 6,050 |
| Springfield | $76,530 | $98,870 | 460 |
| Worcester | $73,800 | $96,800 | 800 |
| Amherst Town–Northampton | $73,370 | $92,230 | 180 |
| Barnstable Town | $73,330 | $96,780 | 460 |
| Providence–Warwick | $67,380 | $104,080 | 1,930 |
| Pittsfield | $63,900 | $98,430 | 190 |
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in Massachusetts (8,200 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
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HVAC Schools in Massachusetts: FAQ
How Much Does HVAC School Cost in Massachusetts?
Full-time tuition and fees for 2024–25 at the Massachusetts schools on this page run from $5,376 to $18,906 a year, before tools and books. Community colleges publish their in-district rate.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Massachusetts?
BLS estimates a median of $77,300 a year for HVAC mechanics and installers in Massachusetts (May 2025), across 8,200 jobs. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $50,820 and the top 10% more than $102,410.
What Is the Best HVAC School in Massachusetts?
On federal data for program size, cost and completion, Springfield Technical Community College ranks first among Massachusetts schools with verified HVAC programs, followed by Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology. The best fit depends on the credential you want and the campus you can reach.
How Many HVAC Schools Are in Massachusetts?
8 schools have a current HVAC program in Massachusetts, each checked against the school's own program page, and 3 offer an associate degree. IPEDS counts 8 Massachusetts schools that awarded HVAC credentials in 2022–23.
What Is the Most Affordable HVAC School in Massachusetts?
Massasoit Community College had the lowest 2024–25 tuition and fees among Massachusetts HVAC schools with federal figures: $5,376 for a full-time year (in-state). Springfield Technical Community College ($5,904) and Quinsigamond Community College ($6,262) follow.
Are There Evening HVAC Classes in Massachusetts?
Yes. 7 HVAC programs in Massachusetts publish evening classes, including Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology, Motoring Technical Training Institute and New England Tractor Trailer Training School of Massachusetts.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified in Massachusetts?
Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology, Massasoit Community College and Motoring Technical Training Institute and 4 other Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts and your city.
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Sources
- Official HVAC program pages of the 8 Massachusetts 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.