Trade Schools in Altoona, PA

Altoona, PA has 3 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 1 public and 2 private. Together they graduated 263 students from these programs in the latest federal count.

Published program tuition runs from $1,450 to $19,095, with a median of $5,725 across the 13 programs that report a program price.

Graduates earned a median of $26,127 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.

The largest programs by graduates are at Altoona Beauty School Inc, Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center and The Salon Professional Academy-Altoona.

3
Schools
263
Graduates last year
$5,725
Median program tuition
$26,127
Median earnings, 1 yr after

All 3 schools in Altoona, PA

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Also within 30 miles of Altoona

Mount Aloysius College

Cresson, PA

Programs
Surgical Technologist
Average net price
$21,483
Completion rate
53%
Type
Private nonprofit

Common questions

How much does trade school training cost in Altoona, PA?

The median published tuition is $5,725 (range $1,450 to $19,095, 13 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center ($1,450), The Salon Professional Academy-Altoona ($2,628) and Altoona Beauty School Inc ($3,850). 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 12 months). Certificates are shorter; associate degrees usually take about two years.

How much do trade school graduates earn?

Across 10 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $26,127 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 Altoona, PA?

Yes. 1 public school offer it, including Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center.

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.