Trade school programs in Louisiana
There are 169 trade programs at 71 schools in Louisiana in federal College Scorecard data. 89 are at public schools; 165 offer a certificate and 28 an associate degree. Median school-wide tuition and fees: $4,422 a year (from 167 schools reporting). Median earnings one year after finishing: $23,048 (93 programs reporting). Most programs are in Baton Rouge (27), Lafayette (18), Alexandria (14). Most common trades: Medical Assistant & Allied Health (38), Cosmetology & Barbering (37), CNA & Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) (23). 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 14
- HVAC/R 17
- Electrician & Lineworker 13
- Plumbing & Pipefitting 4
- Carpentry 7
- Automotive & Diesel Technician 10
- CNA & Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) 23
- Medical Assistant & Allied Health 38
- Cosmetology & Barbering 37
- CDL & Truck Driving 6
Frequently asked questions
How many trade programs are in Louisiana?
We found 169 certificate or associate programs at 71 schools in Louisiana in College Scorecard data, 89 of them at public schools.
What are the lowest-tuition trade programs in Louisiana?
By school-wide yearly tuition and fees: Infinity College (Lafayette, $585); Infinity College (Lafayette, $585); Williams Technical College (Houma, $1,500). 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.