Key Takeaways
The HVAC Associate Degree at Milwaukee Area Technical College is a in-person associate of applied science (aas) program lasting 2 years with tuition of $10,200.
Full two-year associate degree building on the technical diploma with commercial HVAC, building automation, and business skills.
At $10,200 in total tuition, this program is above the Wisconsin median of $8,450. Its 2 years timeline is longer than the state norm of 1.8 years. It includes EPA Section 608 prep, NATE exam preparation, and financial aid.
HVAC technicians in Wisconsin earn a median of $51,390 per year (BLS OEWS), ranging from about $34,340 early in a career to over $73,510 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 associate of applied science (aas) in HVAC/R. This in-person program takes 2 years to complete.