Trade Schools in Idaho

Idaho has 26 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 6 public and 20 private. Together they graduated 2,603 students from these programs in the latest federal count.

Published program tuition runs from $4,800 to $21,100, with a median of $10,935 across the 46 programs that report a program price.

Graduates earned a median of $38,303 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.

The largest programs by graduates are at College of Western Idaho, Idaho State University and Oliver Finley Academy of Cosmetology.

26
Schools
2,603
Graduates last year
$10,935
Median program tuition
$38,303
Median earnings, 1 yr after

Trade Schools by city in Idaho

All 26 schools in Idaho

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College of Western Idaho

Nampa, ID

Programs
Auto Mechanic, Dental Assistant, Diesel Mechanic and LPN and 4 more
Average net price
$11,193
Completion rate
27%
Type
Public

Idaho State University

Pocatello, ID

Programs
Auto Mechanic, Aviation Maintenance, Cosmetology and Diesel Mechanic and 11 more
Average net price
$8,910
Completion rate
41%
Type
Public

Paul Mitchell the School-Rexburg

Rexburg, ID

Programs
Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetician and Nail Technician
Average net price
$17,019
Completion rate
89%
Type
Private for-profit

Carrington College-Boise

Boise, ID

Programs
Dental Assistant, LPN, Massage Therapy and Medical Assistant and 2 more
Average net price
$44,491
Completion rate
69%
Type
Private for-profit

College of Southern Idaho

Twin Falls, ID

Programs
Auto Mechanic, CNA, Dental Assistant and EMT and Paramedic and 6 more
Average net price
$9,371
Completion rate
31%
Type
Public

Paul Mitchell the School-Boise

Boise, ID

Programs
Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetician and Nail Technician
Average net price
$29,038
Completion rate
71%
Type
Private for-profit

North Idaho College

Coeur d'Alene, ID

Programs
Auto Mechanic, Aviation Maintenance, Carpentry and Diesel Mechanic and 10 more
Average net price
$5,914
Completion rate
36%
Type
Public

Austin Kade Academy

Idaho Falls, ID

Programs
Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetician and Nail Technician
Average net price
$14,526
Completion rate
89%
Type
Private for-profit

College of Eastern Idaho

Idaho Falls, ID

Programs
Auto Mechanic, Dental Assistant, Diesel Mechanic and Electrician and 7 more
Average net price
$5,384
Completion rate
43%
Type
Public

Aveda Institute-Boise

Boise, ID

Programs
Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetician and Nail Technician
Average net price
$16,934
Completion rate
88%
Type
Private for-profit

Aveda Institute-Twin Falls

Twin Falls, ID

Programs
Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetician and Nail Technician
Average net price
$19,297
Completion rate
84%
Type
Private for-profit

Boise Barber College

Boise, ID

Programs
Barber
Average net price
$13,381
Completion rate
59%
Type
Private for-profit

Lewis-Clark State College

Lewiston, ID

Programs
Auto Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Electrician and EMT and Paramedic and 6 more
Average net price
$13,632
Completion rate
39%
Type
Public

Common questions

How much does trade school training cost in Idaho?

The median published tuition is $10,935 (range $4,800 to $21,100, 46 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at The Salon Professional Academy-Nampa ($4,800), Aveda Institute-Twin Falls ($5,596) and Nathan Layne Institute of Cosmetology ($5,688). 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 7 months to finish (3 to 17 months). Certificates are shorter; associate degrees usually take about two years.

How much do trade school graduates earn?

Across 86 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $38,303 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 Idaho?

Yes. 6 public schools offer it, including College of Western Idaho, Idaho State University, College of Southern Idaho, North Idaho College and College of Eastern Idaho.

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.