What Are the Best HVAC Schools in Washington?
- Clover Park Technical College (Lakewood) offers Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Service Technician AAT Degree and Basic HVAC/Refrigeration Service Technician Certificate.
- Walla Walla Community College (Walla Walla) offers Energy Systems Technology - Electrical Heating and Cooling Concentration, AAS.
- UEI College-Tacoma (Tacoma) offers Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Diploma.
- Tuition and fees run from $4,431 to $6,634 a year (2024–25).
- 9 of 10 Washington programs name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- Washington HVAC technicians earn a median $75,660 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Clover Park Technical College Leads the Washington HVAC School Rankings
| # | School | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clover Park Technical CollegeLakewood | $6,634 | 112 | 43% |
| 2 | Walla Walla Community CollegeWalla Walla | $5,279 | 51 | 38% |
| 3 | UEI College-TacomaTacoma | $21,500 program | 114 | |
| 4 | Bates Technical CollegeTacoma | $6,027 | 35 | 43% |
| 5 | Wenatchee Valley CollegeWenatchee | $5,267 | 11 | 43% |
| 6 | Perry Technical InstituteYakima | $47,791 program | 47 | |
| 7 | Northwest HVAC/R Association & Training CenterSpokane | 45 | ||
| 8 | Spokane Community CollegeSpokane | $5,461 | 23 | 33% |
| 9 | Bellingham Technical CollegeBellingham | $4,431 | 17 | 42% |
| 10 | Renton Technical CollegeRenton | $6,308 | 12 | 46% |
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 Washington HVAC Schools
Each Washington 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 Washington by Goal
HVAC Programs in Washington Near Spokane, Tacoma and Lakewood
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.
HVAC Schools in Washington, School by School
1Clover Park Technical College
Offers an associate degree and 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $6,634 all students, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 112 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Controls · Commercial
2Walla Walla Community College
Offers an associate degree in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $5,279 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 51 conferred 2024–25
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Controls · Commercial
3UEI College-Tacoma
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 114 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
4Bates Technical College
Offers an associate degree and a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $6,027 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 35 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Heat pumps · Controls
5Wenatchee Valley College
Offers an associate degree and 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $5,267 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 11 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
6Perry Technical Institute
Offers one other award in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 47 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls
7Northwest HVAC/R Association &Amp; Training Center
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 45 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
8Spokane Community College
Offers an associate degree in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $5,461 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 23 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
9Bellingham Technical College
Offers 2 associate degrees in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,431 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 17 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
10Renton Technical College
Offers an associate degree and a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $6,308 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 12 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
Tuition and HVAC awards: NCES College Navigator. Programs and topics: each school's own HVAC page, reviewed September 2026.
What HVAC School Costs in Washington: $4,431 to $6,634 a Year
Among the 7 Washington HVAC schools with federal figures, 2024–25 tuition and fees for a full-time year range from $4,431 at Bellingham Technical College to $6,634 at Clover Park Technical College.
| School | City | Tuition and fees, 2024–25 |
|---|---|---|
| Bellingham Technical College | Bellingham | $4,431 (in-state) |
| Wenatchee Valley College | Wenatchee | $5,267 (in-state) |
| Walla Walla Community College | Walla Walla | $5,279 (in-state) |
| Spokane Community College | Spokane | $5,461 (in-state) |
| Bates Technical College | Tacoma | $6,027 (in-state) |
| Renton Technical College | Renton | $6,308 (in-state) |
The six lowest rates. Source: NCES College Navigator.
Evening HVAC Classes in Washington: 4 Programs
Schedules as each school publishes them. Ask about start dates and evening sections before you apply.
- Northwest HVAC/R Association & Training CenterFull-time day program starting each September, Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.: four 6.5-hour days of instruction and lab plus one internship day per week. The catalog says the evening option is not active.
- Perry Technical InstituteStudents can attend a day or a night option. The program ends with an off-campus externship or an on-campus capstone project.
- Renton Technical CollegeIn-person evening and hybrid classes, with fall (September) and winter (January) starts. Summer classes are not required.
- Wenatchee Valley CollegeA fall start is recommended. Second-year courses are designed so students can work full time, with night classes and short Thursday/Friday or evening seminars. The final quarter includes an internship and capstone.
HVAC Technician Salary in Washington: The Seattle Area Pays the Most
| Metro area | Median pay | Top 10% earn more than | HVAC jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle–Tacoma–Bellevue | $80,100 | $129,390 | 3,940 |
| Mount Vernon–Anacortes | $77,010 | $110,500 | 150 |
| Olympia–Lacey–Tumwater | $76,260 | $135,580 | 270 |
| Kennewick–Richland | $75,660 | $109,220 | 520 |
| Bremerton–Silverdale–Port Orchard | $74,650 | $97,130 | 180 |
| Bellingham | $72,190 | $99,260 | 240 |
| Yakima | $65,900 | $94,080 | 160 |
| Portland–Vancouver–Hillsboro | $65,260 | $98,810 | 2,580 |
| Longview–Kelso | $64,400 | $99,270 | 80 |
| Spokane–Spokane Valley | $62,840 | $94,380 | 610 |
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in Washington (7,370 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
HVAC Schools by City in Washington
HVAC Schools in Nearby States
HVAC Schools in Washington: FAQ
How Much Does HVAC School Cost in Washington?
Full-time tuition and fees for 2024–25 at the Washington schools on this page run from $4,431 to $6,634 a year, before tools and books. Community colleges publish their in-district rate.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Washington?
BLS estimates a median of $75,660 a year for HVAC mechanics and installers in Washington (May 2025), across 7,370 jobs. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,810 and the top 10% more than $120,360.
What Is the Best HVAC School in Washington?
On federal data for program size, cost and completion, Clover Park Technical College ranks first among Washington schools with verified HVAC programs, followed by Walla Walla Community College. The best fit depends on the credential you want and the campus you can reach.
How Many HVAC Schools Are in Washington?
10 schools have a current HVAC program in Washington, each checked against the school's own program page, and 7 offer an associate degree. IPEDS counts 13 Washington schools that awarded HVAC credentials in 2022–23.
What Is the Most Affordable HVAC School in Washington?
Bellingham Technical College had the lowest 2024–25 tuition and fees among Washington HVAC schools with federal figures: $4,431 for a full-time year (in-state). Wenatchee Valley College ($5,267) and Walla Walla Community College ($5,279) follow.
Are There Evening HVAC Classes in Washington?
Yes. 4 HVAC programs in Washington publish evening classes, including Northwest HVAC/R Association & Training Center, Perry Technical Institute and Renton Technical College.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified in Washington?
Bates Technical College, Bellingham Technical College and Clover Park Technical College and 6 other Washington 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 Washington and your city.
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Sources
- Official HVAC program pages of the 10 Washington 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.