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2026 Rankings · WV

Best HVAC Schools
in West Virginia

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

West Virginia Rankings

Top HVAC Schools in West Virginia

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

  1. 1Rank
    Technical InstituteAccredited

    Monongalia County Technical Education Center

    Morgantown, West Virginia
    Starting Tuition
    $2,700
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Most affordable tuition in this ranking
    • Financial aid available
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    73
    Guide Score
  2. 2Rank
    Technical InstituteAccredited

    Ben Franklin Career Center

    Dunbar, West Virginia
    Starting Tuition
    $3,500
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    66
    Guide Score
  3. 3Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Mercer County Technical Education Center

    Princeton, West Virginia
    Starting Tuition
    $3,602
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    65
    Guide Score
  4. 4Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    West Virginia Northern Community College

    Wheeling, West Virginia
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    58
    Guide Score
  5. 5Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Carver Career Center

    Charleston, West Virginia
    Starting Tuition
    $5,691
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    47
    Guide Score
  6. 6Rank
    Technical InstituteAccredited

    Cabell County Career Technology Center

    Huntington, West Virginia
    Starting Tuition
    $5,710
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    46
    Guide Score
  7. 7Rank
    Technical InstituteAccredited

    James Rumsey Technical Institute

    Martinsburg, West Virginia
    Starting Tuition
    $6,155
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    43
    Guide Score
Monongalia County Technical Education Center— programs & tuition →Ben Franklin Career Center— programs & tuition →Mercer County Technical Education Center— programs & tuition →West Virginia Northern Community College— programs & tuition →Carver Career Center— programs & tuition →Cabell County Career Technology Center— programs & tuition →James Rumsey Technical Institute— programs & tuition →

Key Takeaways

The best HVAC school in West Virginia for 2026 is Monongalia County Technical Education Center in Morgantown (Guide Score 73). Rankings weigh affordability, accreditation, included credentials, program variety, and financial aid — schools cannot pay for higher rankings.

  • #1 Monongalia County Technical Education Center (Morgantown) — Guide Score 73, from $2,700
  • #2 Ben Franklin Career Center (Dunbar) — Guide Score 66, from $3,500
  • #3 Mercer County Technical Education Center (Princeton) — Guide Score 65, from $3,602
  • #4 West Virginia Northern Community College (Wheeling) — Guide Score 58
  • #5 Carver Career Center (Charleston) — Guide Score 47, from $5,691
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 West Virginia: Common Questions
What is the best HVAC school in West Virginia?
Monongalia County Technical Education Center in Morgantown ranks first among the HVAC schools we track in West Virginia, earning a Guide Score of 73 for its combination of affordability, accreditation, included credentials, program variety, and financial aid.
How many HVAC schools are in West Virginia?
We currently rank 7 accredited HVAC schools in West Virginia, offering certificate, diploma, and associate-degree programs plus EPA 608 exam prep.
How much do HVAC technicians make in West Virginia?
The median HVAC technician wage in West Virginia is $42,600 per year, with top earners (90th percentile) making $61,340.
Do you need a license to do HVAC work in West Virginia?
Yes. West Virginia requires HVAC licensing, regulated by the West Virginia Division of Labor – Contractor Licensing Board. EPA Section 608 certification is also federally required to handle refrigerants.
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