Oregon has 39 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 18 public and 21 private. Together they graduated 3,849 students from these programs in the latest federal count.
Published program tuition runs from $2,101 to $41,752, with a median of $15,250 across the 60 programs that report a program price.
Graduates earned a median of $27,987 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.
The largest programs by graduates are at Portland Community College, Concorde Career College-Portland and Sumner College.
Dental Assistant, Diesel Mechanic, Electrician and EMT and Paramedic and 2 more
Average net price
$14,077
Completion rate
18%
Type
Public
Common questions
How much does trade school training cost in Oregon?
The median published tuition is $15,250 (range $2,101 to $41,752, 60 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at Beau Monde Academy of Barbering and Cosmetology ($2,101), College of Hair Design Careers ($3,803) and Phagans Central Oregon Beauty College ($5,500). 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 9 months to finish (2 to 21 months). Certificates are shorter; associate degrees usually take about two years.
How much do trade school graduates earn?
Across 92 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $27,987 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 Oregon?
Yes. 18 public schools offer it, including Portland Community College, Rogue Community College, Central Oregon Community College, Lane Community College and Linn-Benton 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.