REFRIGERATION SCHOOL INC
- 4210 E Washington Street
- Phoenix, AZ 85034
- OPEID College Code: 01168900
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- General Phone: (602) 275-7133
- Executive Director: Sherry Jones
- Type: Private For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Differs by Program
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Rural Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 492
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About
Founded in 1965, the Refrigeration School Inc. has provided individuals an education in heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration through its campus in Phoenix, Arizona. In 1986 and 1987, respectively, the school added programs in electrical technologies and electro-mechanical technologies. In 1992 the school introduced an associate's program for mechanical maintenance engineering.
The school is comprised of 2 buildings that house the classrooms, labs and support services and an outdoor shop area for students to work in. The total area of the school is approximately 26,000 square feet.
The refrigeration school has been educating individuals for over 40 years to become qualified and skilled in their career of choice. The school works to continue that tradition of quality and aids its students in finding the work once their program is completed.
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in attending the Refrigeration School Inc. should complete the online form requesting more information on the school's website. Once completed, the school will send out all the information an individual needs to begin the admissions process.
Financial aid is available to eligible students. The financial aid office will assist students in determining eligibility and planning out tuition costs and financial aid options.
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Website
- www.refrigerationschool.com
- Mission Statement
- The mission of the Refrigeration School, Inc. is to assist adult learners in development of the skills and knowledge necessary, and to support their personal goals, for employment and professional growth in the HVAC/R and Electrical Technologies fields.
- Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Private For-Profit
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Mixed Part/Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Very Small Two-Year
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 88%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 82% | 80% | 1% | 6% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $8,997 | $2,861 | $717 | $1,000 |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 13.1% | 12.1% | 7.0% |
| Number in Default | 41 | 31 | 20 |
| Number in Repayment | 312 | 256 | 282 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $22,862 | $21,630 | $19,800 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $14,257 | $13,842 | $13,430 |
| Other Expenses | $7,675 | $7,452 | $7,231 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $7,675 | $7,452 | $7,231 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $44,794 | $42,924 | $40,461 |
| Off Campus with Family | $30,537 | $29,082 | $27,031 |
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy Management and Systems Technology | $22,862 | 72 Credit Hours | 13 Months |
| Electromechanical Technology and Electromechanical Engineering Technology | $14,546 | 42 Credit Hours | 8 Months |
| Refrigeration Technology | $11,774 | 34 Credit Hours | 6 Months |
| Certificate | Associate | |
|---|---|---|
| Construction Trades | ||
| Electrician Degree | 3 | - |
| Engineering Technology | ||
| Electromechanical Technology and Electromechanical Engineering Technology Degree | 235 | - |
| Energy Management and Systems Technology Degree | - | 25 |
| Refrigeration Technology Degree | 134 | - |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 492 Undergraduate: 492
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 488 Female: 4
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 488 Female: 4
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 492 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 492 Part-Time: 0
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 1 | 0.2% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 38 | 8% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 1 | 0.2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 27 | 5% |
| Ages 20-21 | 34 | 7% |
| Ages 22-24 | 57 | 12% |
| Ages 25-29 | 108 | 22% |
| Ages 30-34 | 75 | 15% |
| Ages 35-39 | 75 | 15% |
| Ages 40-49 | 85 | 17% |
| Ages 50-65 | 28 | 6% |
| Age Over 65 | 2 | 0.4% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 43 | 34 | 9 |
| Faculty Status | 22 | 16 | 6 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 22 | 16 | 6 |
| Primarily Instruction | 22 | 16 | 6 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 5 | 5 | - |
| Other Professionals | 13 | 13 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 3 | - | 3 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 2 | - | 2 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 1 | - | 1 |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $35,414 (16) | $35,414 (16) | - (-) |
| Instructor | $35,414 (16) | $35,414 (16) | - (-) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $28,976 (16) | $28,976 (16) | - (-) |
| Instructor | $28,976 (16) | $28,976 (16) | - (-) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 73%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 70% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 70% |
| Female | 57% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | 52% |
| Black | 58% |
| Asian | 75% |
| Hispanic | 68% |
| White | 74% |
| Unknown | 80% |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | - | 1 |
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