Major · CIP 47.02

Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)

114 international students graduated in Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) in the 2024–25 academic year. 86 four-year schools offer it.

Not STEM-designated · OPT up to 12 monthsTrades & Services
114
International graduates, 2024–25
12 months
OPT after graduation
86
Four-year schools that offer it
1
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Occupations related to Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)

Annual openings and 10-year change: BLS projections 2025-35. Median pay: BLS, May 2025. LCA filings: Apr 2025–Mar 2026.

OccupationAnnual openings10-yr changeMedian payLCA filings
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and InstallersSOC 49-902140,600 openings a year · 1 LCA filings40,600+10.9%$61,0101

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Sources: IPEDS Completions 2024–25 (U.S. Department of Education) · DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List · BLS OEWS, May 2025 · BLS Employment Projections 2025-35 · U.S. Department of Labor LCA disclosure data, Apr 2025–Mar 2026. Methodology