HVAC Technology at UEI College-Garden Grove
a compact campus enrolling 1,093 students in Garden Grove, CA.
Program Analysis
Graduates earn $33,444/yr, roughly in line with the $36,779 national median for HVAC Technology. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.
AI disruption models show minimal impact on this program's career paths. The gap between optimistic and pessimistic scenarios is just 0% — this trade's hands-on core resists automation.
With first-year pay of $33,444 far exceeding the $9,500 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.
Ranked #189 of 260 HVAC Technology programs, UEI College-Garden Grove falls below the median. Stronger options exist, though cost and location may compensate.
HVAC Technology offers 15 registered apprenticeship pathways — an unusually broad set of earn-while-you-learn alternatives to the classroom track.
Earnings Overview
Projected 10-Year Earnings
Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.
Top Career Paths
Top career paths for HVAC Technology graduates by median salary.
| Career Path | Median Salary | Growth | AI-ProofAI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $59,810 | +8.1% | 89% |
HVAC Technology Career Guide
From day-one roles to senior positions, HVAC Technology careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering skilled trades.