Trade Schools in Bellingham, WA

Bellingham, WA has 3 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 2 public and 1 private. Together they graduated 497 students from these programs in the latest federal count.

Published program tuition runs from $8,882 to $23,185, with a median of $15,416 across the 4 programs that report a program price.

Graduates earned a median of $64,606 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.

The largest programs by graduates are at Bellingham Technical College, Whatcom Community College and Zorganics Institute of Beauty and Wellness.

3
Schools
497
Graduates last year
$15,416
Median program tuition
$64,606
Median earnings, 1 yr after

All 3 schools in Bellingham, WA

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Bellingham Technical College

Bellingham, WA

Programs
Auto Mechanic, CNA, Dental Assistant and Diesel Mechanic and 9 more
Average net price
$15,746
Completion rate
46%
Type
Public

Whatcom Community College

Bellingham, WA

Programs
CNA, Massage Therapy, Medical Assistant and Medical Billing and Coding
Average net price
$17,524
Completion rate
39%
Type
Public

Also within 30 miles of Bellingham

Skagit Valley College

Mount Vernon, WA

Programs
Auto Mechanic, CNA, Dental Assistant and Diesel Mechanic and 7 more
Average net price
$18,835
Completion rate
34%
Type
Public

Common questions

How much does trade school training cost in Bellingham, WA?

The median published tuition is $15,416 (range $8,882 to $23,185, 4 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at Zorganics Institute of Beauty and Wellness ($8,882). 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 8 months to finish (5 to 13 months). Certificates are shorter; associate degrees usually take about two years.

How much do trade school graduates earn?

Across 4 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $64,606 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 Bellingham, WA?

Yes. 2 public schools offer it, including Bellingham Technical College and Whatcom Community 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.