Is There an HVAC School in Wharton?
- Wharton County Junior College in Wharton, 1 miles away, offers Entry Level Residential Air Conditioning & Electrical Level I Certificate and Apprentice Level Air Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration, & Electrical Level I Certificate.
- Fortis College in Houston, 40 miles away, offers Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Diploma.
- Brazosport College in Lake Jackson, 46 miles away, offers Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology AAS and Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology Certificate.
- EPA 608: 3 of these 5 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- HVAC pay in Texas: a median $57,760 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Best HVAC Schools in Wharton for What You Need
HVAC Schools in Wharton and the Surrounding Area
Wharton County Junior College
Offers 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,192 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 35 conferred 2024–25
The closest campus to Wharton.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
Fortis College
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 69 conferred 2024–25
Evening or weekend classes.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
Brazosport College
Offers an associate degree and a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $2,388 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 11 conferred 2024–25
A degree option on top of certificates.
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls · Commercial
Houston Community College
Offers an associate degree and 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $2,040 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 80 conferred 2024–25
The lowest tuition of the 4 HVAC schools here ($2,040); the most HVAC awards nearby (80 in 2024–25); a degree option on top of certificates.
Covers Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning
Interactive College of Technology
Offers one other award in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $10,970 all students, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 27 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 Wharton.
Wharton County Junior College and 4 More Programs Within 60 Miles
| School | Distance | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wharton County Junior CollegeWharton | 1 miles | $3,192 | 35 | 27% |
| Fortis CollegeHouston | 40 miles | 69 | ||
| Brazosport CollegeLake Jackson | 46 miles | $2,388 | 11 | 56% |
| Houston Community CollegeHouston | 53 miles | $2,040 | 80 | 17% |
| Interactive College of TechnologyPasadena | 59 miles | $10,970 | 27 |
HVAC programs near Wharton, 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 Wharton: 2 Schools Teach Evenings or Weekends
- Wharton County Junior CollegeThe Entry Level certificate is a one-semester certificate offered each fall; the Apprentice Level certificate runs two semesters each spring and summer. Classes meet at the Wharton campus.
- Fortis CollegeStudents can attend a morning session (8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.) or an evening session (5:30-10:30 p.m.), Monday through Thursday.
- Houston Community CollegeClasses are in person. The AAS takes two years full time and each certificate takes two full-time semesters.
Also publishing schedules: Interactive College of Technology (59 miles). See each profile for times.
Certificate or Associate Degree Near Wharton?
Wharton County Junior College, Fortis College and Interactive College of Technology offer certificates or diplomas only; Brazosport College and Houston Community College also award an HVAC associate degree, which adds general education and usually takes about two years full time.
- Wharton County Junior CollegeEntry Level Residential Air Conditioning & Electrical Level I Certificate: 18 semester hours; Apprentice Level Air Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration, & Electrical Level I Certificate: 29 semester hours
- Fortis CollegeHeating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Diploma: 64 quarter credits; 960 contact hours (1,200 clock hours including out-of-class work); 48 instructional weeks
- Houston Community CollegeHeating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, A.A.S.: 60 credit hours minimum; Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration - Advanced, C1: 42 credit hours minimum; Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration - Basic, C1: 21 credit hours minimum
HVAC Technician Pay in Texas
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in Texas (34,730 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
Questions About HVAC Schools in Wharton
How Much Do HVAC Schools in Wharton Cost?
Houston Community College charges the least, $2,040 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-district); Interactive College of Technology charges $10,970. Tools and books cost extra (Houston Community College budgets $2,250 for books and supplies).
How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Wharton?
It depends on the credential. At Wharton County Junior College, the closest program that publishes lengths, Entry Level Residential Air Conditioning & Electrical Level I Certificate runs 18 semester hours. 2 of the 5 schools near Wharton also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Wharton?
HVAC mechanics and installers in Texas earn a median $57,760 a year (BLS, May 2025), 5% below the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $81,860.
What Is the Best HVAC School Near Wharton?
Houston Community College scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 80 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Fortis College ranks second.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Wharton?
Wharton County Junior College, Fortis College and Interactive College of Technology name EPA 608 preparation or testing on their HVAC program pages.
Are There Night HVAC Classes Near Wharton?
Yes. Fortis College (40 miles) and Interactive College of Technology (59 miles) publish evening or weekend classes. Each school profile has its full schedule.
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Sources
- Official HVAC program pages of the 5 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.