Trade school programs in New York
There are 236 trade programs at 148 schools in New York in federal College Scorecard data. 137 are at public schools; 191 offer a certificate and 99 an associate degree. Median school-wide tuition and fees: $12,347 a year (from 236 schools reporting). Median earnings one year after finishing: $32,026 (151 programs reporting). Most programs are in New York (16), Rochester (11), Buffalo (10). Most common trades: Medical Assistant & Allied Health (61), CNA & Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) (53), Cosmetology & Barbering (44). 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 19
- HVAC/R 13
- Electrician & Lineworker 13
- Plumbing & Pipefitting 3
- Carpentry 2
- Automotive & Diesel Technician 26
- CNA & Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) 53
- Medical Assistant & Allied Health 61
- Cosmetology & Barbering 44
- CDL & Truck Driving 2
Frequently asked questions
How many trade programs are in New York?
We found 236 certificate or associate programs at 148 schools in New York in College Scorecard data, 137 of them at public schools.
What are the lowest-tuition trade programs in New York?
By school-wide yearly tuition and fees: Access Careers (Hempstead, $1,500); Access Careers (Hempstead, $1,500); Access Careers-Islandia (Islandia, $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.