Key Takeaways
The HVAC-R Technician Diploma at Dunwoody College of Technology is a in-person diploma program lasting 1y 3mo with tuition of $14,800.
Accelerated diploma program designed for rapid entry into the Minnesota HVAC industry, covering residential and light commercial systems.
At $14,800 in total tuition, this program is above the Minnesota median of $11,500. Its 1.3 years timeline is shorter than the state norm of 1.7 years. It includes EPA Section 608 prep, NATE exam preparation, and financial aid.
HVAC technicians in Minnesota earn a median of $54,230 per year (BLS OEWS), ranging from about $36,230 early in a career to over $77,140 for seasoned techs — so a program at this price point typically pays for itself within the first year or two on the job.
Upon completion you will earn a diploma in HVAC/R. This in-person program takes 1y 3mo to complete.