Trade school programs in Washington
We found 184 trade programs at 56 schools in Washington. 152 are at public schools; 169 offer a certificate and 110 an associate degree. Median school-wide tuition and fees: $5,501 a year (from 184 schools reporting). Median earnings one year after finishing: $36,019 (63 programs reporting). Most programs are in Tacoma (15), Yakima (14), Seattle (13). Most common trades: Medical Assistant & Allied Health (35), Automotive & Diesel Technician (29), CNA & Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) (29). 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 24
- HVAC/R 13
- Electrician & Lineworker 9
- Plumbing & Pipefitting 3
- Carpentry 9
- Automotive & Diesel Technician 29
- CNA & Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) 29
- Medical Assistant & Allied Health 35
- Cosmetology & Barbering 23
- CDL & Truck Driving 10
Frequently asked questions
How many trade programs are in Washington?
We found 184 certificate or associate programs at 56 schools in Washington in College Scorecard data, 152 of them at public schools.
What are the lowest-tuition trade programs in Washington?
By school-wide yearly tuition and fees: Olympic College (Bremerton, $4,202); Olympic College (Bremerton, $4,202); Olympic College (Bremerton, $4,202). 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.