Trade Schools in East Lansing, MI

East Lansing, MI has 3 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 1 public and 2 private. Together they graduated 930 students from these programs in the latest federal count.

Published program tuition runs from $9,280 to $23,000, with a median of $19,000 across the 7 programs that report a program price.

Graduates earned a median of $23,801 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.

The largest programs by graduates are at Douglas J Aveda Institute, Protege Academy and Michigan State University.

3
Schools
930
Graduates last year
$19,000
Median program tuition
$23,801
Median earnings, 1 yr after

All 3 schools in East Lansing, MI

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Douglas J Aveda Institute

East Lansing, MI

Programs
Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetician and Massage Therapy
Average net price
$26,605
Completion rate
88%
Type
Private for-profit

Protege Academy

East Lansing, MI

Programs
Cosmetology and Nail Technician
Average net price
$12,822
Completion rate
76%
Type
Private for-profit

Also within 30 miles of East Lansing

Lansing Community College

Lansing, MI

Programs
Auto Mechanic, Aviation Maintenance, Carpentry and CNA and 13 more
Average net price
$5,292
Completion rate
24%
Type
Public

Baker College

Owosso, MI

Programs
Auto Mechanic, Medical Assistant and Surgical Technologist
Average net price
$10,115
Completion rate
46%
Type
Private nonprofit

Common questions

How much does trade school training cost in East Lansing, MI?

The median published tuition is $19,000 (range $9,280 to $23,000, 7 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at Protege Academy ($9,280) and Douglas J Aveda Institute ($11,925). 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 11 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 7 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $23,801 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 East Lansing, MI?

Yes. 1 public school offer it, including Michigan State University.

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.