Where Can You Study HVAC in Montana?
- Montana State University (Gallatin College) (Bozeman) offers AAS in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration.
- Flathead Valley Community College (Kalispell) offers Heating, Ventilation, Air-conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC) Certificate of Technical Studies and Career Credential: HVAC Fundamentals.
- Tuition and fees run from $4,912 to $8,460 a year (2024–25).
- 2 of 2 Montana programs name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- Montana HVAC technicians earn a median $60,850 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Compare HVAC Programs in Montana
| School | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montana State University (Gallatin College)Bozeman | $8,460 | 7 | 57% |
| Flathead Valley Community CollegeKalispell | $4,912 | 5 | 29% |
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.
HVAC Schools in Montana, School by School
Montana State University (Gallatin College)
Offers an associate degree in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $8,460 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 7 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls
Flathead Valley Community College
Offers a certificate and 2 other awards in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,912 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 5 conferred 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.
HVAC Technician Salary in Montana: The Bozeman Area Pays the Most
| Metro area | Median pay | Top 10% earn more than | HVAC jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bozeman | $72,970 | $89,510 | 210 |
| Helena | $62,670 | $79,090 | 100 |
| Billings | $62,240 | $78,800 | 300 |
| Great Falls | $60,670 | $81,230 | 150 |
| Missoula | $60,240 | $75,860 | 180 |
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in Montana (1,230 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
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HVAC Schools in Montana: FAQ
How Much Does HVAC School Cost in Montana?
Full-time tuition and fees for 2024–25 at the Montana schools on this page run from $4,912 to $8,460 a year, before tools and books. Community colleges publish their in-district rate.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Montana?
BLS estimates a median of $60,850 a year for HVAC mechanics and installers in Montana (May 2025), across 1,230 jobs. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $41,900 and the top 10% more than $81,230.
How Many HVAC Schools Are in Montana?
2 schools have a current HVAC program in Montana, each checked against the school's own program page, and one offers an associate degree. IPEDS counts 3 Montana schools that awarded HVAC credentials in 2022–23.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified in Montana?
Flathead Valley Community College and Montana State University (Gallatin College) 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 Montana and your city.
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Sources
- Official HVAC program pages of the 2 Montana 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.