Key Takeaways
The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration at Universal Technical Institute - Houston is a in-person diploma program lasting 1 year with tuition of $33,400.
Core HVACR training program with emphasis on residential and commercial systems common in the Texas climate, including heat pump technology and high-efficiency cooling.
At $33,400 in total tuition, this program is above the Texas median of $8,050. Its 1 year timeline is typical for the state norm of 1 year. It includes EPA Section 608 prep, NATE exam preparation, and financial aid.
HVAC technicians in Texas earn a median of $46,580 per year (BLS OEWS), ranging from about $31,130 early in a career to over $66,790 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 1 year to complete.