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2026 Rankings · MI

Best HVAC Schools
in Michigan

The top 18 accredited HVAC training schools in Michigan for 2026, ranked by tuition, accreditation, included certifications, program variety, and financial aid.

Michigan Rankings

Top HVAC Schools in Michigan

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

  1. 1Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Henry Ford College

    Dearborn, Michigan
    Starting Tuition
    $5,800
    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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    100
    Guide Score
  2. 2Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Delta College

    University Center, Michigan
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    65
    Guide Score
  3. 3Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Grand Rapids Community College

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

    Kirtland Community College

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

    Lansing Community College

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

    Mid Michigan College

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

    Washtenaw Community College

    Ann Arbor, Michigan
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    65
    Guide Score
  8. 8Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Wayne County Community College District

    Detroit, Michigan
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    65
    Guide Score
  9. 9Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Macomb Community College

    Warren, Michigan
    Starting Tuition
    $9,400
    Credentials
    EPA + NATE
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited (HLC)
    • EPA 608 + NATE prep included
    • Financial aid available
    View School & Programs
    63
    Guide Score
  10. 10Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    Abcott Institute

    Southfield, Michigan
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
    View School & Programs
    58
    Guide Score
  11. 11Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    Dorsey College-Roseville

    Roseville, Michigan
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
    View School & Programs
    58
    Guide Score
  12. 12Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    Dorsey College-Saginaw

    Saginaw, Michigan
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
    View School & Programs
    58
    Guide Score
  13. 13Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    Dorsey College-Wayne

    Wayne, Michigan
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
    View School & Programs
    58
    Guide Score
  14. 14Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    Dorsey College-Woodhaven

    Woodhaven, Michigan
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
    View School & Programs
    58
    Guide Score
  15. 15Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Northern Michigan University

    Marquette, Michigan
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
    View School & Programs
    58
    Guide Score
  16. 16Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Northwestern Michigan College

    Traverse City, Michigan
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
    View School & Programs
    58
    Guide Score
  17. 17Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Oakland Community College

    Auburn Hills, Michigan
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
    View School & Programs
    58
    Guide Score
  18. 18Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    Universal Technical Institute-Canton

    Canton, Michigan
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
    View School & Programs
    58
    Guide Score
Henry Ford College— programs & tuition →Delta College— programs & tuition →Grand Rapids Community College— programs & tuition →Kirtland Community College— programs & tuition →Lansing Community College— programs & tuition →Mid Michigan College— programs & tuition →Washtenaw Community College— programs & tuition →Wayne County Community College District— programs & tuition →Macomb Community College— programs & tuition →Abcott Institute— programs & tuition →Dorsey College-Roseville— programs & tuition →Dorsey College-Saginaw— programs & tuition →Dorsey College-Wayne— programs & tuition →Dorsey College-Woodhaven— programs & tuition →Northern Michigan University— programs & tuition →Northwestern Michigan College— programs & tuition →Oakland Community College— programs & tuition →Universal Technical Institute-Canton— programs & tuition →

Key Takeaways

The best HVAC school in Michigan for 2026 is Henry Ford College in Dearborn (Guide Score 100). Rankings weigh affordability, accreditation, included credentials, program variety, and financial aid — schools cannot pay for higher rankings.

  • #1 Henry Ford College (Dearborn) — Guide Score 100, from $5,800
  • #2 Delta College (University Center) — Guide Score 65
  • #3 Grand Rapids Community College (Grand Rapids) — Guide Score 65
  • #4 Kirtland Community College (Grayling) — Guide Score 65
  • #5 Lansing Community College (Lansing) — 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 Michigan: Common Questions
What is the best HVAC school in Michigan?
Henry Ford College in Dearborn ranks first among the HVAC schools we track in Michigan, 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 Michigan?
We currently rank 18 accredited HVAC schools in Michigan, offering certificate, diploma, and associate-degree programs plus EPA 608 exam prep.
How much do HVAC technicians make in Michigan?
The median HVAC technician wage in Michigan is $49,010 per year, with top earners (90th percentile) making $70,280.
Do you need a license to do HVAC work in Michigan?
Yes. Michigan requires HVAC licensing, regulated by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA). EPA Section 608 certification is also federally required to handle refrigerants.
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