Trade Schools in Modesto, CA

Modesto, CA has 6 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 1 public and 5 private. Together they graduated 921 students from these programs in the latest federal count.

Published program tuition runs from $4,360 to $17,895, with a median of $10,990 across the 16 programs that report a program price.

Graduates earned a median of $20,497 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.

The largest programs by graduates are at Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto, Modesto Junior College and North Adrian's College of Beauty Inc.

6
Schools
921
Graduates last year
$10,990
Median program tuition
$20,497
Median earnings, 1 yr after

All 6 schools in Modesto, CA

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Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto

Modesto, CA

Programs
Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetician and Nail Technician
Average net price
$21,844
Completion rate
83%
Type
Private for-profit

Modesto Junior College

Modesto, CA

Programs
Auto Mechanic, CNA, Electrician and EMT and Paramedic and 3 more
Average net price
$5,954
Completion rate
29%
Type
Public

California Beauty College

Modesto, CA

Programs
Cosmetology, Esthetician and Nail Technician
Average net price
$15,174
Completion rate
90%
Type
Private for-profit

Stellar Career College

Modesto, CA

Programs
Dental Assistant and Medical Assistant
Average net price
$17,430
Completion rate
70%
Type
Private for-profit

Also within 30 miles of Modesto

San Joaquin Valley College-Modesto

Salida, CA

Programs
Electrician, Medical Assistant and Pharmacy Technician
Average net price
$26,323
Completion rate
73%
Type
Private for-profit

UEI College-Stockton

Stockton, CA

Programs
Dental Assistant, Electrician, HVAC and Medical Assistant
Average net price
$33,601
Completion rate
78%
Type
Private for-profit

San Joaquin Delta College

Stockton, CA

Programs
Auto Mechanic, Carpentry, Diesel Mechanic and Electrician and 4 more
Average net price
$2,451
Completion rate
34%
Type
Public

Carrington College-Stockton

Stockton, CA

Programs
Dental Assistant, Massage Therapy, Medical Assistant and Medical Billing and Coding and 1 more
Average net price
$46,119
Completion rate
61%
Type
Private for-profit

Common questions

How much does trade school training cost in Modesto, CA?

The median published tuition is $10,990 (range $4,360 to $17,895, 16 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at North Adrian's College of Beauty Inc ($4,360), California Beauty College ($6,700) and Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto ($7,925). Public community and technical colleges often charge less but report tuition per year rather than per program, so check each school's net price calculator.

How long does trade school school take?

Programs that report a length take a median of 9 months to finish (4 to 13 months). Certificates are shorter; associate degrees usually take about two years.

How much do trade school graduates earn?

Across 15 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $20,497 one year after finishing (U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard). Earnings vary by program and local labor market.

Are there public trade school programs in Modesto, CA?

Yes. 1 public school offer it, including Modesto Junior College.

Data: U.S. Department of Education: IPEDS 2024-25 and College Scorecard (October 2026 release). Listings change; confirm details with the school before you go. How this directory is built.