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Best HVAC Schools
in Kansas

The top 12 accredited HVAC training schools in Kansas for 2026, ranked by tuition, accreditation, included certifications, program variety, and financial aid.

Kansas Rankings

Top HVAC Schools in Kansas

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

  1. 1Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Johnson County Community College

    Overland Park, Kansas
    Starting Tuition
    $5,200
    Credentials
    EPA + NATE
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited (HLC)
    • EPA 608 + NATE prep included
    • Most affordable tuition in this ranking
    • Financial aid available
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    85
    Guide Score
  2. 2Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Dodge City Community College

    Dodge City, Kansas
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    65
    Guide Score
  3. 3Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Manhattan Area Technical College

    Manhattan, Kansas
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    65
    Guide Score
  4. 4Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Salina Area Technical College

    Salina, Kansas
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    65
    Guide Score
  5. 5Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Seward County Community College

    Liberal, Kansas
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    65
    Guide Score
  6. 6Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology

    Wichita, Kansas
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    65
    Guide Score
  7. 7Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Fort Hays Tech North Central

    Beloit, Kansas
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    58
    Guide Score
  8. 8Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Fort Scott Community College

    Fort Scott, Kansas
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    58
    Guide Score
  9. 9Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Highland Community College

    Highland, Kansas
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    58
    Guide Score
  10. 10Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Kansas City Kansas Community College

    Kansas City, Kansas
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    58
    Guide Score
  11. 11Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Neosho County Community College

    Chanute, Kansas
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    58
    Guide Score
  12. 12Rank
    Technical InstituteAccredited

    Washburn Institute of Technology

    Topeka, Kansas
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
    View School & Programs
    58
    Guide Score
Johnson County Community College— programs & tuition →Dodge City Community College— programs & tuition →Manhattan Area Technical College— programs & tuition →Salina Area Technical College— programs & tuition →Seward County Community College— programs & tuition →Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology— programs & tuition →Fort Hays Tech North Central— programs & tuition →Fort Scott Community College— programs & tuition →Highland Community College— programs & tuition →Kansas City Kansas Community College— programs & tuition →Neosho County Community College— programs & tuition →Washburn Institute of Technology— programs & tuition →

Key Takeaways

The best HVAC school in Kansas for 2026 is Johnson County Community College in Overland Park (Guide Score 85). Rankings weigh affordability, accreditation, included credentials, program variety, and financial aid — schools cannot pay for higher rankings.

  • #1 Johnson County Community College (Overland Park) — Guide Score 85, from $5,200
  • #2 Dodge City Community College (Dodge City) — Guide Score 65
  • #3 Manhattan Area Technical College (Manhattan) — Guide Score 65
  • #4 Salina Area Technical College (Salina) — Guide Score 65
  • #5 Seward County Community College (Liberal) — 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 Kansas: Common Questions
What is the best HVAC school in Kansas?
Johnson County Community College in Overland Park ranks first among the HVAC schools we track in Kansas, earning a Guide Score of 85 for its combination of affordability, accreditation, included credentials, program variety, and financial aid.
How many HVAC schools are in Kansas?
We currently rank 12 accredited HVAC schools in Kansas, offering certificate, diploma, and associate-degree programs plus EPA 608 exam prep.
How much do HVAC technicians make in Kansas?
The median HVAC technician wage in Kansas is $46,320 per year, with top earners (90th percentile) making $66,350.
Do you need a license to do HVAC work in Kansas?
Kansas does not require a separate statewide HVAC license, though EPA Section 608 certification is still federally required to handle refrigerants.
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