What Are the Best HVAC Schools in Utah?
- Dixie Technical College (St. George) offers HVACR Technician.
- Fortis College-Salt Lake City (Salt Lake City) offers Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Diploma.
- Mountainland Technical College (Orem) offers HVACR Technician Certificate.
- Tuition and fees run from $4,338 to $13,474 a year (2024–25).
- 6 of 6 Utah programs name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- Utah HVAC technicians earn a median $58,730 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Dixie Technical College Leads the Utah HVAC School Rankings
| # | School | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dixie Technical CollegeSt. George | 41 | ||
| 2 | Fortis College-Salt Lake CitySalt Lake City | $13,474 | 48 | |
| 3 | Mountainland Technical CollegeOrem | 23 | ||
| 4 | Snow CollegeRichfield | $4,338 | 2 | 46% |
| 5 | Davis Technical CollegeKaysville | 14 | ||
| 6 | Salt Lake Community CollegeSalt Lake City | $4,426 | 11 | 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.
How We Ranked Utah HVAC Schools
Each Utah school with a verified, current HVAC program and federal figures gets a percentile score among its in-state peers: program size (35%, HVAC awards conferred), cost (25%, lowest tuition and fees), completion (25%, school-wide graduation rate) and credential ladder (15%, both certificates and associate degrees awarded). Federal data can't measure instructors or lab equipment, so visit the lab before you enroll.
Best HVAC Schools in Utah by Goal
HVAC Programs in Utah Near Salt Lake City, Kaysville and Orem
Lab days are easier to keep up with at a campus you can reach, so start with the city you can commute from. Each program is grouped with the nearest city guide within 45 miles.
- Salt Lake CityFortis College-Salt Lake City and Salt Lake Community College
- KaysvilleDavis Technical College
- OremMountainland Technical College
HVAC Schools in Utah, School by School
1Dixie Technical College
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 41 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
2Fortis College-Salt Lake City
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $13,474 all students, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 48 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
3Mountainland Technical College
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 23 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
4Snow College
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,338 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 2 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
5Davis Technical College
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 14 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps · Commercial
6Salt Lake Community College
Offers an associate degree and a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,426 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 11 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning
Tuition and HVAC awards: NCES College Navigator. Programs and topics: each school's own HVAC page, reviewed September 2026.
What HVAC School Costs in Utah: $4,338 to $13,474 a Year
Among the 3 Utah HVAC schools with federal figures, 2024–25 tuition and fees for a full-time year range from $4,338 at Snow College to $13,474 at Fortis College-Salt Lake City.
| School | City | Tuition and fees, 2024–25 |
|---|---|---|
| Snow College | Richfield | $4,338 (in-state) |
| Salt Lake Community College | Salt Lake City | $4,426 (in-state) |
| Fortis College-Salt Lake City | Salt Lake City | $13,474 (all students) |
The six lowest rates. Source: NCES College Navigator.
Evening HVAC Classes in Utah: 4 Programs
Schedules as each school publishes them. Ask about start dates and evening sections before you apply.
- Dixie Technical CollegeStudents choose a cohort: an evening section meets Monday-Thursday 6:00-9:00 pm plus 2 online hours a week for 12 months, and a daytime section meets Monday-Thursday 11:35 am-3:05 pm plus Fridays. Cohorts start in January, July and August, and the program requires 80% attendance. High school juniors and seniors can enroll.
- Fortis College-Salt Lake CityThe 2026-2027 catalog lists the HVACR diploma as a residential (on-campus) evening program meeting 6:00-11:00 pm Monday through Thursday.
- Mountainland Technical CollegeThe program is run through MTECH's School of Apprenticeships as a series of 90-hour courses meeting Monday-Thursday, with afternoon (2:00-5:00 pm) and evening (6:00-9:00 pm) sections at the Orem campus. Students must work at least part-time for an HVACR company by the start of the HVACR Electrical Essentials course.
- Salt Lake Community CollegeThe technical certificate is a two-semester program with courses offered fall, spring and summer at the Taylorsville Redwood campus. Apprenticeship classes are held days, evenings and Saturdays depending on the program, and apprentices are expected to be employed in the field.
HVAC Technician Salary in Utah: The Salt Lake City Area Pays the Most
| Metro area | Median pay | Top 10% earn more than | HVAC jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City–Murray | $60,790 | $83,200 | 2,540 |
| Ogden | $59,150 | $83,110 | 1,090 |
| Logan | $55,420 | $75,140 | 230 |
| Provo–Orem–Lehi | $48,930 | $76,110 | 1,050 |
| St. George | $47,790 | $76,560 | 420 |
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in Utah (5,580 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
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HVAC Schools in Utah: FAQ
How Much Does HVAC School Cost in Utah?
Full-time tuition and fees for 2024–25 at the Utah schools on this page run from $4,338 to $13,474 a year, before tools and books. Community colleges publish their in-district rate.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Utah?
BLS estimates a median of $58,730 a year for HVAC mechanics and installers in Utah (May 2025), across 5,580 jobs. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,570 and the top 10% more than $80,500.
What Is the Best HVAC School in Utah?
On federal data for program size, cost and completion, Dixie Technical College ranks first among Utah schools with verified HVAC programs, followed by Fortis College-Salt Lake City. The best fit depends on the credential you want and the campus you can reach.
How Many HVAC Schools Are in Utah?
6 schools have a current HVAC program in Utah, each checked against the school's own program page, and one offers an associate degree. IPEDS counts 7 Utah schools that awarded HVAC credentials in 2022–23.
What Is the Most Affordable HVAC School in Utah?
Snow College had the lowest 2024–25 tuition and fees among Utah HVAC schools with federal figures: $4,338 for a full-time year (in-state). Salt Lake Community College ($4,426) and Fortis College-Salt Lake City ($13,474) follow.
Are There Evening HVAC Classes in Utah?
Yes. 4 HVAC programs in Utah publish evening classes, including Dixie Technical College, Fortis College-Salt Lake City and Mountainland Technical College.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified in Utah?
Davis Technical College, Dixie Technical College and Fortis College-Salt Lake City and 3 other Utah schools 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 Utah and your city.
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Sources
- Official HVAC program pages of the 6 Utah 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.