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HVAC Schools in Archbold, OH

Tuition at the HVAC schools near Archbold runs from $4,698 to $16,699 a year, so where you enroll changes the bill more than how long you study.

By the HVAC Technician Careers editorial teamUpdated September 26, 2026

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What Do HVAC Schools in Archbold Cost?

  • Cheapest: Northwest State Community College, $4,698 a year (2024–25). Highest: Stautzenberger College-Maumee, $16,699.
  • Northwest State Community College in Archbold, 5 miles away, offers HVAC-R (Climate Control) Certificate.
  • Stautzenberger College-Maumee in Maumee, 33 miles away, offers Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Diploma.
  • Owens Community College in Perrysburg, 40 miles away, offers HVAC Certificate.
  • EPA 608: 3 of these 6 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
  • HVAC pay in Ohio: a median $62,510 a year (BLS, May 2025).

HVAC School Tuition Near Archbold, Lowest First

SchoolDistanceTuition and feesHVAC awardsGraduation rate
Northwest State Community CollegeArchbold5 miles$4,698146%
Owens Community CollegePerrysburg40 miles$5,870635%
Jackson CollegeJackson, MI45 miles$7,35016%
University of Northwestern OhioLima53 miles$13,8751054%
Stautzenberger College-MaumeeMaumee33 miles$16,6992955%
Apollo Career CenterLima58 miles11

HVAC programs near Archbold, sorted by tuition. Tuition: 2024–25 full-time rate. Awards: HVAC credentials conferred (NCES College Navigator). Graduation rate is school-wide. Blank cells have no federal figure.

Best HVAC Schools in Archbold for What You Need

Closest to ArchboldNorthwest State Community College5 miles from the city centerMost HVAC AwardsStautzenberger College-Maumee29 HVAC credentials in 2024–25Degree PathUniversity of Northwestern OhioHeating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology AASWorking AdultsApollo Career CenterEvening or weekend classes published

HVAC Schools in Archbold: University of Northwestern Ohio and 5 Others

Archbold · 5 mi from ArchboldPublic, 2-year

Northwest State Community College

Offers a certificate in HVAC

  • Certificate Program
Tuition / year
$4,698
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
1
conferred 2024–25

The closest campus to Archbold; the lowest tuition of the 5 HVAC schools here ($4,698).

Covers Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning

Maumee · 33 mi from ArchboldPrivate for-profit, 2-year

Stautzenberger College-Maumee

Offers a diploma in HVAC

  • Hybrid or Online Options
  • EPA 608 Prep
Tuition / year
$16,699
all students, 2024–25
HVAC awards
29
conferred 2024–25

The most HVAC awards nearby (29 in 2024–25); some coursework online.

Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls

Perrysburg · 40 mi from ArchboldPublic, 2-year

Owens Community College

Offers a certificate in HVAC

  • Certificate Program
Tuition / year
$5,870
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
6
conferred 2024–25

Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heat pumps · Controls · Ductwork · Commercial

Jackson, MI · 45 mi from ArchboldPublic, 4-year

Jackson College

Offers 2 certificates in HVAC

  • Certificate Program
Tuition / year
$7,350
in-district, 2024–25
HVAC awards offered
2
certificates and degrees

Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls · Commercial

Lima · 53 mi from ArchboldPrivate nonprofit, 4-year

University of Northwestern Ohio

Offers an associate degree and a diploma in HVAC

  • EPA 608 Prep
  • Associate Degree
Tuition / year
$13,875
all students, 2024–25
HVAC awards
10
conferred 2024–25

A degree option on top of certificates.

Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps

Lima · 58 mi from ArchboldPublic, under 2-year

Apollo Career Center

Offers 2 other awards in HVAC

  • Evening Classes
  • EPA 608 Prep
HVAC awards offered
2
certificates and degrees
HVAC awards
11
conferred 2024–25

Evening or weekend classes.

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 Archbold.

Certificate or Associate Degree Near Archbold?

Northwest State Community College, Stautzenberger College-Maumee and Owens Community College offer certificates or diplomas only; University of Northwestern Ohio also awards an HVAC associate degree, which adds general education and usually takes about two years full time.

  • Stautzenberger College-MaumeeHeating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Diploma: 64 quarter credit hours; 10 months
  • Owens Community CollegeHVAC Certificate: 31-32 credit hours
  • Jackson CollegeResidential HVAC Technician Certificate (RHVA.CERT): 29 credits minimum; Commercial HVAC Technician Certificate (CHVA.CERT): 19 credits minimum

HVAC Classes in Archbold: Apollo Career Center Teaches Evenings or Weekends

  • Stautzenberger College-MaumeeThe diploma is delivered on campus over 10 months. The college says most programs blend scheduled on-campus classes with online coursework.
  • Apollo Career CenterThe basic HVAC course meets Monday and Wednesday, 6:00 to 10:00 p.m.; the current section runs September 14, 2026 to February 8, 2027. The state-registered HVAC apprenticeship meets two nights a week, 6:00 to 10:00 p.m., from September to May.

HVAC Technician Pay in Ohio

Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in Ohio (14,150 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.

Questions About HVAC Schools in Archbold

How Much Do HVAC Schools in Archbold Cost?

Northwest State Community College charges the least, $4,698 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-state); Stautzenberger College-Maumee charges $16,699. Tools and books cost extra (Northwest State Community College budgets $1,763 for books and supplies).

How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Archbold?

It depends on the credential. At Stautzenberger College-Maumee, the closest program that publishes lengths, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Diploma runs 64 quarter credit hours; 10 months. 1 of the 6 schools near Archbold also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.

How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Archbold?

HVAC mechanics and installers in Ohio earn a median $62,510 a year (BLS, May 2025), 2% above the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $98,310.

What Is the Best HVAC School Near Archbold?

University of Northwestern Ohio scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 10 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Stautzenberger College-Maumee ranks second.

Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Archbold?

Stautzenberger College-Maumee, University of Northwestern Ohio and Apollo Career Center name EPA 608 preparation or testing on their HVAC program pages.

Are There Night HVAC Classes Near Archbold?

Yes. Apollo Career Center (58 miles) publishes evening or weekend classes. Each school profile has its full schedule.

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How Much Does HVAC School Cost in Ohio?

Ohio HVAC training costs $4,680 to $10,716 at adult career centers, $3,675 to $5,870 a year at colleges, and $11,534 to $16,699 a year at private schools.

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Sources

  1. Official HVAC program pages of the 6 schools above (each profile links to its page), reviewed September 2026.
  2. U.S. Department of Education, College Navigator (IPEDS).
  3. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.