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Interactive College of Technology-Newport
Newport, Kentucky · Private for-profit career college
Address: 76 Carothers Road, Newport, KY 41071 · Phone: (859) 282-8989 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Interactive College of Technology-Newport is a private for-profit trade school in Newport, Kentucky, offering HVAC training and accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 29.9% completion rate versus a 55.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $10,555 and median earnings of $27,065 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Interactive College of Technology-Newport; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid (FAFSA/Pell) can be used here, and 47.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,790 | $58,620 | $67,540 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Kentucky (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | $40,539 | $40,283 | $10,810 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Interactive College of Technology-Newport is a private for-profit trade school located in Newport, Kentucky, a large suburb. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and is approved for federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA-based aid such as Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. The campus's main program area is HVAC schools, with 12 completers recorded and a total undergraduate enrollment of 101 students.
Federal Scorecard data shows a completion rate of 29.9%, which is below the state average of 55.5% for comparable programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,555, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $27,065. Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Pell Grant recipients make up 47.9% of the student body, indicating a substantial share of students rely on need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students seeking a focused, single-program HVAC training path rather than a broad associate-degree experience, though program length itself is not reported here. Career changers considering this school should weigh the below-average completion rate against their own circumstances. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review the most recent outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers HVAC schools training, its only listed program family, with 12 completers recorded in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 29.9%, which is below the Kentucky state average of 55.5% for similar programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,555, per federal College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $27,065, according to the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (859) 282-8989 or visit ict.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing, financial aid packaging, and ownership structure compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to ask about the HVAC program schedule.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?367103.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a single, focused HVAC program rather than multiple degree tracks, but specific fit for career changers, including schedule flexibility, is not reported in federal data—contact the school to ask.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in federal data; contact the school or check Kentucky HVAC licensing boards for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Interactive College of Technology-Newport at (859) 282-8989 or through its website, https://www.ict.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby HVAC programs is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to look up and compare other schools directly.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.