Is There an HVAC School in Troy?
- Hudson Valley Community College in Troy, 3 miles away, offers Heating/Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technical Services AOS.
- Fulton-Montgomery Community College in Johnstown, 36 miles away, offers Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology (HVAC/R) Certificate.
- HVAC pay in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area: a median $66,040 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Best HVAC Schools in Troy for What You Need
HVAC Schools in Troy and the Surrounding Area
Hudson Valley Community College
Offers an associate degree in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $6,796 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 37 conferred 2024–25
The closest campus to Troy; the most HVAC awards nearby (37 in 2024–25); a degree option on top of certificates.
Covers Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning · Commercial
Fulton-Montgomery Community College
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $6,198 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 5 conferred 2024–25
The lowest tuition of the 2 HVAC schools here ($6,198).
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning
Tuition and HVAC awards: NCES College Navigator. Programs and topics: each school's own HVAC page, reviewed September 2026. Distances are straight-line from Troy.
Hudson Valley Community College and 1 More Programs Within 60 Miles
| School | Distance | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hudson Valley Community CollegeTroy | 3 miles | $6,796 | 37 | 35% |
| Fulton-Montgomery Community CollegeJohnstown | 36 miles | $6,198 | 5 | 40% |
HVAC programs near Troy, 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 Troy: When Programs Meet
- Fulton-Montgomery Community CollegeThe one-year certificate runs over a fall and a spring semester.
HVAC Technician Pay Around Troy
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area (1,450 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
Questions About HVAC Schools in Troy
How Much Do HVAC Schools in Troy Cost?
Fulton-Montgomery Community College charges the least, $6,198 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-state); Hudson Valley Community College charges $6,796. Tools and books cost extra (Fulton-Montgomery Community College budgets $900 for books and supplies).
How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Troy?
It depends on the credential. At Fulton-Montgomery Community College, the closest program that publishes lengths, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology (HVAC/R) Certificate runs 30 credits (one year). 1 of the 2 schools near Troy also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Troy?
HVAC mechanics and installers in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area earn a median $66,040 a year (BLS, May 2025), 8% above the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $97,810.
What Is the Best HVAC School Near Troy?
Fulton-Montgomery Community College scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 5 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Hudson Valley Community College ranks second.
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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.