Trade school programs in Texas
We found 568 trade programs at 248 schools in Texas. 294 are at public schools; 551 offer a certificate and 221 an associate degree. Median school-wide tuition and fees: $4,920 a year (from 568 schools reporting). Median earnings one year after finishing: $26,843 (297 programs reporting). Most programs are in San Antonio (49), Houston (48), Austin (27). Most common trades: Cosmetology & Barbering (156), Medical Assistant & Allied Health (100), CNA & Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) (78). 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 77
- HVAC/R 42
- Electrician & Lineworker 37
- Plumbing & Pipefitting 9
- Carpentry 3
- Automotive & Diesel Technician 53
- CNA & Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) 78
- Medical Assistant & Allied Health 100
- Cosmetology & Barbering 156
- CDL & Truck Driving 13
Frequently asked questions
How many trade programs are in Texas?
We found 568 certificate or associate programs at 248 schools in Texas in College Scorecard data, 294 of them at public schools.
What are the lowest-tuition trade programs in Texas?
By school-wide yearly tuition and fees: CTK Healthcare & Career Institute (Irving, $1,680); CTK Healthcare & Career Institute (Irving, $1,680); Lamar State College-Port Arthur (Port Arthur, $1,770). 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.