The Refrigeration Institute

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Accredited

Licensed by New York State Education Department

Open

Enrollment

$13,500

Avg. Tuition

250

Total Students

Urban

Manhattan, NY

Founded 1994

Single Manhattan campus

About The Refrigeration Institute

The Refrigeration Institute is a Manhattan-based HVAC and refrigeration trade school founded in 1994. The school specializes in refrigeration, air conditioning, and refrigerating systems operating engineer training, with FDNY exam preparation (Z-51 written, Z-52 practical) for building engineer licensing. Located in Midtown Manhattan, it serves students targeting NYC commercial HVAC and building engineering careers.

Trade Programs Available

Programs Offered

Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

Diploma (450 contact hours)

Duration: 7 months
Tuition: $12,500

Refrigerating Systems Operating Engineer (FDNY Z-51/Z-52 prep)

Diploma + FDNY licensure prep

Duration: 9 months
Tuition: $15,500

Learning Format

Student-to-Instructor Ratio
12:1
Hands-On Training
80%
Start Dates
Multiple cohorts per year
Externship
Not included

Schedule Options

Day Classes Evening Classes Weekend Classes

Admissions

Open

Enrollment

18+

Minimum Age

$50

Application Fee

Admission Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Entrance interview

Cost & Financial Aid

Average Tuition $13,500
Books & Supplies $600
Equipment Fees $400
Estimated Total $14,500

Financial Aid Options

Financial Aid Available GI Bill Accepted WIA Approved Payment Plans

Graduate Outcomes

N/A

Graduation Rate

N/A

Job Placement Rate

N/A

Licensure Pass Rate

Top Employers

NYC commercial HVAC contractorsNYC building management firmsMajor Manhattan office buildings

Student Services

Job Placement Assistance Career Services Tutoring Available

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