Trade Schools in Amarillo, TX

Amarillo, TX has 4 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 1 public and 3 private. Together they graduated 772 students from these programs in the latest federal count.

Published program tuition runs from $3,746 to $16,366, with a median of $12,360 across the 10 programs that report a program price.

Graduates earned a median of $39,223 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.

The largest programs by graduates are at Amarillo College, Milan Institute-Amarillo and Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy.

4
Schools
772
Graduates last year
$12,360
Median program tuition
$39,223
Median earnings, 1 yr after

All 4 schools in Amarillo, TX

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Amarillo College

Amarillo, TX

Programs
Auto Mechanic, Aviation Maintenance, CDL Truck Driving and CNA and 6 more
Average net price
$8,580
Completion rate
35%
Type
Public

Milan Institute-Amarillo

Amarillo, TX

Programs
Cosmetology, Dental Assistant, Esthetician and Medical Assistant and 1 more
Average net price
$24,097
Completion rate
71%
Type
Private for-profit

Common questions

How much does trade school training cost in Amarillo, TX?

The median published tuition is $12,360 (range $3,746 to $16,366, 10 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at Exposito School of Hair Design ($3,746), Milan Institute-Amarillo ($8,951) and Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy ($11,700). 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 (5 to 11 months). Certificates are shorter; associate degrees usually take about two years.

How much do trade school graduates earn?

Across 28 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $39,223 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 Amarillo, TX?

Yes. 1 public school offer it, including Amarillo 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.