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2026 Rankings · CO

Best HVAC Schools
in Colorado

The top 7 accredited HVAC training schools in Colorado for 2026, ranked by tuition, accreditation, included certifications, program variety, and financial aid.

Colorado Rankings

Top HVAC Schools in Colorado

Ranked by Guide Score. Tap any school for full program details, tuition, and credentials.

  1. 1Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    Emily Griffith Technical College

    Denver, Colorado
    Starting Tuition
    $7,600
    Credentials
    EPA + NATE
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited (ACCJC, HVAC Excellence)
    • EPA 608 + NATE prep included
    • Most affordable tuition in this ranking
    • Financial aid available
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    80
    Guide Score
  2. 2Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Front Range Community College

    Westminster, Colorado
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    3
    • Accredited institution
    • 3 HVAC programs to choose from
    • Financial aid available
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    65
    Guide Score
  3. 3Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Pikes Peak State College

    Colorado Springs, Colorado
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  4. 4Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Red Rocks Community College

    Lakewood, Colorado
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  5. 5Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Colorado Mesa University

    Grand Junction, Colorado
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    55
    Guide Score
  6. 6Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    Intellitec College-Colorado Springs

    Colorado Springs, Colorado
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    55
    Guide Score
  7. 7Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    Intellitec College-Grand Junction

    Grand Junction, Colorado
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    55
    Guide Score
Emily Griffith Technical College— programs & tuition →Front Range Community College— programs & tuition →Pikes Peak State College— programs & tuition →Red Rocks Community College— programs & tuition →Colorado Mesa University— programs & tuition →Intellitec College-Colorado Springs— programs & tuition →Intellitec College-Grand Junction— programs & tuition →

Key Takeaways

The best HVAC school in Colorado for 2026 is Emily Griffith Technical College in Denver (Guide Score 80). Rankings weigh affordability, accreditation, included credentials, program variety, and financial aid — schools cannot pay for higher rankings.

  • #1 Emily Griffith Technical College (Denver) — Guide Score 80, from $7,600
  • #2 Front Range Community College (Westminster) — Guide Score 65
  • #3 Pikes Peak State College (Colorado Springs) — Guide Score 60
  • #4 Red Rocks Community College (Lakewood) — Guide Score 60
  • #5 Colorado Mesa University (Grand Junction) — Guide Score 55
How We Rank

Our Ranking Methodology

Each school earns a Guide Score from 0–100, calculated only from objective data we track on every program: tuition, accreditation, included certifications, program variety, and financial aid. Affordability and program variety are scored relative to the other schools in each ranking.

  • Affordability (tuition)30%
  • Accreditation25%
  • Included credentials (EPA 608 / NATE)20%
  • Program variety15%
  • Financial aid availability10%

Editorial independence: schools cannot pay for higher rankings. Affiliate relationships are never an input to the Guide Score. See our full methodology and advertising disclosure.

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FAQ
HVAC Schools in Colorado: Common Questions
What is the best HVAC school in Colorado?
Emily Griffith Technical College in Denver ranks first among the HVAC schools we track in Colorado, earning a Guide Score of 80 for its combination of affordability, accreditation, included credentials, program variety, and financial aid.
How many HVAC schools are in Colorado?
We currently rank 7 accredited HVAC schools in Colorado, offering certificate, diploma, and associate-degree programs plus EPA 608 exam prep.
How much do HVAC technicians make in Colorado?
The median HVAC technician wage in Colorado is $52,150 per year, with top earners (90th percentile) making $74,280.
Do you need a license to do HVAC work in Colorado?
Colorado does not require a separate statewide HVAC license, though EPA Section 608 certification is still federally required to handle refrigerants.
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