Trade school programs in Delaware
College Scorecard lists 24 trade programs at 9 schools in Delaware. 13 are at public schools; 24 offer a certificate and 3 an associate degree. Half of these schools charge under $5,445 a year in tuition and fees (23 reporting). Median earnings one year after finishing: $24,370 (7 programs reporting). Most programs are in Newark (8), Woodside (8), Dover (5). Most common trades: Cosmetology & Barbering (7), HVAC/R (3), CNA & Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) (3). Choose a trade. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (Oct 2026 release). Program lists show certificate and associate programs reported to the Department; schools that don't take federal aid may be missing.
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- Welding & Machining 2
- HVAC/R 3
- Electrician & Lineworker 1
- Plumbing & Pipefitting 1
- Automotive & Diesel Technician 2
- CNA & Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) 3
- Medical Assistant & Allied Health 3
- Cosmetology & Barbering 7
- CDL & Truck Driving 2
Frequently asked questions
How many trade programs are in Delaware?
We found 24 certificate or associate programs at 9 schools in Delaware in College Scorecard data, 13 of them at public schools.
What are the lowest-tuition trade programs in Delaware?
By school-wide yearly tuition and fees: Polytech Adult Education (Woodside, $1,545); Polytech Adult Education (Woodside, $1,545); Polytech Adult Education (Woodside, $1,545). Program costs can differ, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
Where does this data come from?
The U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard, which lists programs at schools that take part in federal student aid. Confirm details, licensing and current enrollment with the school.