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Best HVAC Schools
in Indiana

The top 3 accredited HVAC training schools in Indiana for 2026, ranked by tuition, accreditation, included certifications, program variety, and financial aid.

Indiana Rankings

Top HVAC Schools in Indiana

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

  1. 1Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Ivy Tech Community College

    Indianapolis, Indiana
    Starting Tuition
    $4,500
    Credentials
    EPA + NATE
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited (HLC, HVAC Excellence)
    • EPA 608 + NATE prep included
    • Most affordable tuition in this ranking
    • Financial aid available
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    100
    Guide Score
  2. 2Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    Fortis College-Indianapolis

    Indianapolis, Indiana
    Starting Tuition
    Not published
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    58
    Guide Score
  3. 3Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    Lincoln Tech - Indianapolis

    Indianapolis, Indiana
    Starting Tuition
    $31,650
    Credentials
    EPA 608
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited (ACCSC)
    • EPA 608 prep included
    • Financial aid available
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    53
    Guide Score
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Key Takeaways

The best HVAC school in Indiana for 2026 is Ivy Tech Community College in Indianapolis (Guide Score 100). Rankings weigh affordability, accreditation, included credentials, program variety, and financial aid — schools cannot pay for higher rankings.

  • #1 Ivy Tech Community College (Indianapolis) — Guide Score 100, from $4,500
  • #2 Fortis College-Indianapolis (Indianapolis) — Guide Score 58
  • #3 Lincoln Tech - Indianapolis (Indianapolis) — Guide Score 53, from $31,650
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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HVAC Schools in Indiana: Common Questions
What is the best HVAC school in Indiana?
Ivy Tech Community College in Indianapolis ranks first among the HVAC schools we track in Indiana, earning a Guide Score of 100 for its combination of affordability, accreditation, included credentials, program variety, and financial aid.
How many HVAC schools are in Indiana?
We currently rank 3 accredited HVAC schools in Indiana, offering certificate, diploma, and associate-degree programs plus EPA 608 exam prep.
How much do HVAC technicians make in Indiana?
The median HVAC technician wage in Indiana is $60,430 per year, with top earners (90th percentile) making $97,800.
Do you need a license to do HVAC work in Indiana?
Indiana does not require a separate statewide HVAC license, though EPA Section 608 certification is still federally required to handle refrigerants.
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