Trade Schools in Schenectady, NY

Schenectady, NY has 3 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 1 public and 2 private. Together they graduated 179 students from these programs in the latest federal count.

Published program tuition runs from $9,895 to $18,800, with a median of $18,100 across the 4 programs that report a program price.

Graduates earned a median of $33,619 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.

The largest programs by graduates are at Paul Mitchell the School-Schenectady, Modern Welding School and Schenectady County Community College.

3
Schools
179
Graduates last year
$18,100
Median program tuition
$33,619
Median earnings, 1 yr after

All 3 schools in Schenectady, NY

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Modern Welding School

Schenectady, NY

Programs
Welding
Average net price
$21,399
Completion rate
97%
Type
Private for-profit

Also within 30 miles of Schenectady

Aesthetic Science Institute

Latham, NY

Programs
Esthetician and Nail Technician
Average net price
$9,939
Completion rate
64%
Type
Private for-profit

Hudson Valley Community College

Troy, NY

Programs
Auto Mechanic, Dental Assistant, EMT and Paramedic and HVAC and 4 more
Average net price
$8,022
Completion rate
33%
Type
Public

Common questions

How much does trade school training cost in Schenectady, NY?

The median published tuition is $18,100 (range $9,895 to $18,800, 4 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at Paul Mitchell the School-Schenectady ($9,895) and Modern Welding School ($18,100). 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 8 months to finish (5 to 9 months). Certificates are shorter; associate degrees usually take about two years.

How much do trade school graduates earn?

Across 4 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $33,619 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 Schenectady, NY?

Yes. 1 public school offer it, including Schenectady County Community College.

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.