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Refrigeration School Inc
Phoenix, Arizona · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 4210 E Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034 · Phone: (602) 275-7133 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Refrigeration School Inc is a private for-profit trade school in Phoenix, Arizona offering welding, HVAC, and electrician programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 75.8% completion rate versus a 64.4% state average, with median graduate debt of $8,233 and median earnings of $52,953 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Refrigeration School Inc is reported at $34,618, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 61.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,970 | $55,600 | $65,660 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $37,950 | $59,400 | $73,810 |
| Electricians | $45,540 | $61,060 | $77,060 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Arizona (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 258 | not reported | not reported | $7,917 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 102 | $38,718 | not reported | $8,233 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 88 | not reported | not reported | $7,125 |
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
Refrigeration School Inc is a private for-profit trade school located in Phoenix, Arizona. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend. The campus awards the most credentials in welding schools, HVAC schools, and electrician schools, with welding programs graduating the largest number of completers.
According to federal data, the completion rate at this campus is 75.8%, which is above the state average of 64.4% for Arizona. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,233, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $52,953. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $34,618, and 61.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
This campus, situated in a large city, serves a student population of 1,346 undergraduates with 448 trade completers reported. Because the top programs are trade-specific and hands-on, this setting may suit those seeking focused technical training rather than a traditional degree path, though specific program lengths and adult-learner accommodations are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current federal outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Refrigeration School Inc offers welding schools, HVAC schools, and electrician schools programs, with welding programs having the highest number of completers (258).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 75.8%, which is above the Arizona state average of 64.4%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates of this campus carry a median debt of $8,233, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $52,953 for this campus.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $34,618.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Refrigeration School Inc is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition rates and the type of federal oversight applied compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (602) 275-7133 or visit https://www.rsi.edu/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?105659.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Specific fit for adult career-changers, such as scheduling flexibility, is not reported for this campus in federal data; the school's welding, HVAC, and electrician programs are hands-on trade tracks, so contact the school to confirm scheduling options.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Refrigeration School Inc at (602) 275-7133 or through its website, https://www.rsi.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby trade schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?105659 to compare institutions.
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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.