Trade Schools in Fort Smith, AR

Fort Smith, AR has 3 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 1 public and 2 private. Together they graduated 386 students from these programs in the latest federal count.

Published program tuition runs from $7,200 to $18,000, with a median of $16,325 across the 4 programs that report a program price.

Graduates earned a median of $22,957 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.

The largest programs by graduates are at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith, Academy of Salon and Spa and Designer Barber & Stylist School.

3
Schools
386
Graduates last year
$16,325
Median program tuition
$22,957
Median earnings, 1 yr after

All 3 schools in Fort Smith, AR

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University of Arkansas-Fort Smith

Fort Smith, AR

Programs
Auto Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, EMT and Paramedic and LPN and 3 more
Average net price
$9,653
Completion rate
42%
Type
Public

Academy of Salon and Spa

Fort Smith, AR

Programs
Cosmetology and Esthetician
Average net price
$16,296
Completion rate
72%
Type
Private for-profit

Common questions

How much does trade school training cost in Fort Smith, AR?

The median published tuition is $16,325 (range $7,200 to $18,000, 4 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at Academy of Salon and Spa ($7,200) and Designer Barber & Stylist School ($16,325). Public community and technical colleges often charge less but report tuition per year rather than per program, so check each school's net price calculator.

How long does trade school school take?

Programs that report a length take a median of 11 months to finish (7 to 13 months). Certificates are shorter; associate degrees usually take about two years.

How much do trade school graduates earn?

Across 5 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $22,957 one year after finishing (U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard). Earnings vary by program and local labor market.

Are there public trade school programs in Fort Smith, AR?

Yes. 1 public school offer it, including University of Arkansas-Fort Smith.

Data: U.S. Department of Education: IPEDS 2024-25 and College Scorecard (October 2026 release). Listings change; confirm details with the school before you go. How this directory is built.