Is There an HVAC School in Traverse City?
- Northwestern Michigan College in Traverse City, 1 miles away, offers Construction Technology - HVAC/R Associate in Applied Science and Renewable Energy Technology - HVAC/R Professional Certificate.
- Kirtland Community College in Grayling, 45 miles away, offers HVAC/R Associate in Applied Science and HVAC/R Certificate of Completion.
- EPA 608: 1 of these 2 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- HVAC pay in the Traverse City, MI metro area: a median $60,590 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Best HVAC Schools in Traverse City for What You Need
HVAC Schools in Traverse City and the Surrounding Area
Northwestern Michigan College
Offers an associate degree and a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $5,860 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards offered
- 2 certificates and degrees
The closest campus to Traverse City.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps · Ductwork
Kirtland Community College
Offers an associate degree and a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $5,190 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 9 conferred 2024–25
The lowest tuition of the 2 HVAC schools here ($5,190); the most HVAC awards nearby (9 in 2024–25).
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Ductwork
Tuition and HVAC awards: NCES College Navigator. Programs and topics: each school's own HVAC page, reviewed September 2026. Distances are straight-line from Traverse City.
Northwestern Michigan College and 1 More Programs Within 60 Miles
| School | Distance | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern Michigan CollegeTraverse City | 1 miles | $5,860 | 0 | 25% |
| Kirtland Community CollegeGrayling | 45 miles | $5,190 | 9 | 34% |
HVAC programs near Traverse City, 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 Technician Pay Around Traverse City
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in the Traverse City, MI metro area (210 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
Questions About HVAC Schools in Traverse City
How Much Do HVAC Schools in Traverse City Cost?
Kirtland Community College charges the least, $5,190 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-district); Northwestern Michigan College charges $5,860. Tools and books cost extra (Kirtland Community College budgets $2,400 for books and supplies).
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Traverse City?
HVAC mechanics and installers in the Traverse City, MI metro area earn a median $60,590 a year (BLS, May 2025), close to the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $91,450.
What Is the Best HVAC School Near Traverse City?
Kirtland Community College scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 9 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Northwestern Michigan College ranks second.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Traverse City?
Northwestern Michigan College names EPA 608 preparation or testing on its HVAC program page.
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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.