Is There an HVAC School in Summit?
- Southwest Mississippi Community College in Summit, 2 miles away, offers Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration AAS and Heating and Air Conditioning Certificate.
- Copiah-Lincoln Community College in Wesson, 29 miles away, offers Heating and Air Conditioning Technology AAS and Heating and Air Conditioning Technology Technical Certificate.
- EPA 608: 2 of these 2 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- HVAC pay in Mississippi: a median $48,680 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Best HVAC Schools in Summit for What You Need
HVAC Schools in Summit and the Surrounding Area
Southwest Mississippi Community College
Offers an associate degree and a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,080 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 8 conferred 2024–25
The closest campus to Summit.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Controls · Commercial
Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Offers an associate degree and 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,000 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 17 conferred 2024–25
The lowest tuition of the 2 HVAC schools here ($4,000); the most HVAC awards nearby (17 in 2024–25).
Covers EPA 608 · 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. Distances are straight-line from Summit.
Southwest Mississippi Community College and 1 More Programs Within 60 Miles
| School | Distance | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Mississippi Community CollegeSummit | 2 miles | $4,080 | 8 | 56% |
| Copiah-Lincoln Community CollegeWesson | 29 miles | $4,000 | 17 | 50% |
HVAC programs near Summit, 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 Classes in Summit: When Programs Meet
- Southwest Mississippi Community CollegeThe program runs four semesters over two years and combines classroom instruction with lab work.
- Copiah-Lincoln Community CollegeThe program is offered on the Wesson and Natchez campuses over two semesters for the career certificate or four semesters for the technical certificate and associate degree.
HVAC Degrees Near Summit
- Southwest Mississippi Community CollegeHeating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration AAS: 62 hours (four semesters: 14, 16, 17, 15); Heating and Air Conditioning Certificate: two years
- Copiah-Lincoln Community CollegeHeating and Air Conditioning Technology AAS: 4 semesters (66-67 semester hours per curriculum sheet); Heating and Air Conditioning Technology Technical Certificate: 4 semesters; Heating and Air Conditioning Technology Career Certificate: 2 semesters
HVAC Technician Pay in Mississippi
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in Mississippi (2,700 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
Questions About HVAC Schools in Summit
How Much Do HVAC Schools in Summit Cost?
Copiah-Lincoln Community College charges the least, $4,000 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-state); Southwest Mississippi Community College charges $4,080. Tools and books cost extra (Copiah-Lincoln Community College budgets $1,400 for books and supplies).
How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Summit?
It depends on the credential. At Southwest Mississippi Community College, the closest program that publishes lengths, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration AAS runs 62 hours (four semesters: 14, 16, 17, 15). 2 of the 2 schools near Summit also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Summit?
HVAC mechanics and installers in Mississippi earn a median $48,680 a year (BLS, May 2025), 20% below the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $76,240.
What Is the Best HVAC School Near Summit?
Copiah-Lincoln Community College scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 17 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Southwest Mississippi Community College ranks second.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Summit?
Southwest Mississippi Community College and Copiah-Lincoln Community College name EPA 608 preparation or testing on their HVAC program pages.
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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.