C
Average
Score: 48/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
85/100 · earnings-weighted

Refrigeration School Inc

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Phoenix, Arizona 85034
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 75%
Outcomes
B+
74/100
Affordability
D
44/100
Resources
F
29/100
Experience
C+
56/100
Prestige
D
34/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,296
Total Enrollment
75%
Graduation Rate
81%
Retention Rate
34.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Refrigeration School Inc, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$52,953
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$47,246
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$8,233
Median debt at graduation
75.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
61.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 16% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 90th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (AZ wage index 0.95). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Refrigeration School Inc

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)$48,145$62,122+29%#22 of 226#18$8,233
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians$45,773$61,653+36%#6 of 58#5$8,233
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians$41,022$56,950-13%#16 of 22#17$12,343
Precision Metal Working$35,808$47,927-2%#181 of 365#196$7,917
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers$35,084————$7,125

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Refrigeration School Inc Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $281,805
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,414/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 85040 (4.5% cap, Phoenix)

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🏆 Where Refrigeration School Inc Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#5
Energy Systems Technology/Technician
of 10 schools
#13
Electromechanical/Electromechanical Engineering Technology/Technician
of 32 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

93%
Receive Any Aid
75%
Receive Pell Grants
81%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,296
Total Students
10%
Women
40%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 27%
Hispanic 36%
Black 14%
Asian 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 96%
Hybrid (Some Online) 4%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 40%
25-64 (Adult) 58%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Refrigeration School Inc?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Refrigeration School Inc?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Refrigeration School Inc?
The graduation rate at Refrigeration School Inc is 75%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Refrigeration School Inc a good school?
Refrigeration School Inc has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (F): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Refrigeration School Inc?
Refrigeration School Inc has a total enrollment of 1,296 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology