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2026 Rankings · GA

Best HVAC Schools
in Georgia

The top 28 accredited HVAC training schools in Georgia for 2026, ranked by tuition, accreditation, included certifications, program variety, and financial aid.

Georgia Rankings

Top HVAC Schools in Georgia

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

  1. 1Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Georgia Piedmont Technical College

    Clarkston, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    $2,400
    Credentials
    EPA + NATE
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    3
    • Accredited (SACSCOC)
    • EPA 608 + NATE prep included
    • 3 HVAC programs to choose from
    • Financial aid available
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    99
    Guide Score
  2. 2Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Chattahoochee Technical College - Marietta

    Marietta, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    $3,200
    Credentials
    EPA + NATE
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited (SACSCOC)
    • EPA 608 + NATE prep included
    • Most affordable tuition in this ranking
    • Financial aid available
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    95
    Guide Score
  3. 3Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    North Georgia Technical College

    Clarkesville, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    $4,200
    Credentials
    EPA + NATE
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited (SACSCOC)
    • EPA 608 + NATE prep included
    • Financial aid available
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    94
    Guide Score
  4. 4Rank
    Online SchoolAccredited

    Ashworth College

    Norcross, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    $4,299
    Credentials
    EPA 608
    Financial Aid
    —
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited (DEAC)
    • EPA 608 prep included
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    70
    Guide Score
  5. 5Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Gwinnett Technical College

    Lawrenceville, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    3
    • Accredited institution
    • 3 HVAC programs to choose from
    • Financial aid available
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    65
    Guide Score
  6. 6Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Savannah Technical College

    Savannah, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    3
    • Accredited institution
    • 3 HVAC programs to choose from
    • Financial aid available
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    65
    Guide Score
  7. 7Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    South Georgia Technical College

    Americus, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    3
    • Accredited institution
    • 3 HVAC programs to choose from
    • Financial aid available
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    65
    Guide Score
  8. 8Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Southern Crescent Technical College

    Griffin, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    3
    • Accredited institution
    • 3 HVAC programs to choose from
    • Financial aid available
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    65
    Guide Score
  9. 9Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Albany Technical College

    Albany, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  10. 10Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Athens Technical College

    Athens, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  11. 11Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Atlanta Technical College

    Atlanta, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  12. 12Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Augusta Technical College

    Augusta, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  13. 13Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Central Georgia Technical College

    Warner Robins, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  14. 14Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Coastal Pines Technical College

    Waycross, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  15. 15Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Columbus Technical College

    Columbus, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  16. 16Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Georgia Northwestern Technical College

    Rome, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  17. 17Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Lanier Technical College

    Gainesville, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  18. 18Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Oconee Fall Line Technical College

    Sandersville, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  19. 19Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Ogeechee Technical College

    Statesboro, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
    View School & Programs
    60
    Guide Score
  20. 20Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Southeastern Technical College

    Vidalia, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  21. 21Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Southern Regional Technical College

    Thomasville, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
    View School & Programs
    60
    Guide Score
  22. 22Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    West Georgia Technical College

    Waco, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  23. 23Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Wiregrass Georgia Technical College

    Valdosta, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  24. 24Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    Fortis College-Smyrna

    Smyrna, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    55
    Guide Score
  25. 25Rank
    Technical InstituteAccredited

    Helms College

    Augusta, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    55
    Guide Score
  26. 26Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    Interactive College of Technology-Chamblee

    Chamblee, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
    View School & Programs
    55
    Guide Score
  27. 27Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    United Education Institute-Morrow

    Morrow, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    $21,500
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    40
    Guide Score
  28. 28Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    United Education Institute-Stone Mountain

    Stone Mountain, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    $21,500
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
    View School & Programs
    40
    Guide Score
Georgia Piedmont Technical College— programs & tuition →Chattahoochee Technical College - Marietta— programs & tuition →North Georgia Technical College— programs & tuition →Ashworth College— programs & tuition →Gwinnett Technical College— programs & tuition →Savannah Technical College— programs & tuition →South Georgia Technical College— programs & tuition →Southern Crescent Technical College— programs & tuition →Albany Technical College— programs & tuition →Athens Technical College— programs & tuition →Atlanta Technical College— programs & tuition →Augusta Technical College— programs & tuition →Central Georgia Technical College— programs & tuition →Coastal Pines Technical College— programs & tuition →Columbus Technical College— programs & tuition →Georgia Northwestern Technical College— programs & tuition →Lanier Technical College— programs & tuition →Oconee Fall Line Technical College— programs & tuition →Ogeechee Technical College— programs & tuition →Southeastern Technical College— programs & tuition →Southern Regional Technical College— programs & tuition →West Georgia Technical College— programs & tuition →Wiregrass Georgia Technical College— programs & tuition →Fortis College-Smyrna— programs & tuition →Helms College— programs & tuition →Interactive College of Technology-Chamblee— programs & tuition →United Education Institute-Morrow— programs & tuition →United Education Institute-Stone Mountain— programs & tuition →

Key Takeaways

The best HVAC school in Georgia for 2026 is Georgia Piedmont Technical College in Clarkston (Guide Score 99). Rankings weigh affordability, accreditation, included credentials, program variety, and financial aid — schools cannot pay for higher rankings.

  • #1 Georgia Piedmont Technical College (Clarkston) — Guide Score 99, from $2,400
  • #2 Chattahoochee Technical College - Marietta (Marietta) — Guide Score 95, from $3,200
  • #3 North Georgia Technical College (Clarkesville) — Guide Score 94, from $4,200
  • #4 Ashworth College (Norcross) — Guide Score 70, from $4,299
  • #5 Gwinnett Technical College (Lawrenceville) — Guide Score 65
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 Georgia: Common Questions
What is the best HVAC school in Georgia?
Georgia Piedmont Technical College in Clarkston ranks first among the HVAC schools we track in Georgia, earning a Guide Score of 99 for its combination of affordability, accreditation, included credentials, program variety, and financial aid.
How many HVAC schools are in Georgia?
We currently rank 28 accredited HVAC schools in Georgia, offering certificate, diploma, and associate-degree programs plus EPA 608 exam prep.
How much do HVAC technicians make in Georgia?
The median HVAC technician wage in Georgia is $45,620 per year, with top earners (90th percentile) making $65,430.
Do you need a license to do HVAC work in Georgia?
Yes. Georgia requires HVAC licensing, regulated by the Georgia Construction Industry Licensing Board. EPA Section 608 certification is also federally required to handle refrigerants.
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