Trade Schools in Laredo, TX

Laredo, TX has 4 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 1 public and 3 private. Together they graduated 716 students from these programs in the latest federal count.

Published program tuition runs from $5,500 to $8,850, with a median of $7,850 across the 9 programs that report a program price.

Graduates earned a median of $36,448 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.

The largest programs by graduates are at Laredo College, The Professional Cosmetology Academy and Laredo CHI Academy Beauty School.

4
Schools
716
Graduates last year
$7,850
Median program tuition
$36,448
Median earnings, 1 yr after

All 4 schools in Laredo, TX

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Laredo College

Laredo, TX

Programs
Auto Mechanic, Cosmetology, Diesel Mechanic and Electrician and 5 more
Average net price
$3,157
Completion rate
36%
Type
Public

Common questions

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

The median published tuition is $7,850 (range $5,500 to $8,850, 9 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at The Professional Cosmetology Academy ($5,500), Laredo CHI Academy Beauty School ($7,511) and Barber Education Academy ($7,625). 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 5 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $36,448 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 Laredo, TX?

Yes. 1 public school offer it, including Laredo 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.