Trade Schools in Madison, WI

Madison, WI has 6 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 1 public and 5 private. Together they graduated 1,803 students from these programs in the latest federal count.

Published program tuition runs from $2,735 to $24,876, with a median of $12,155 across the 11 programs that report a program price.

Graduates earned a median of $35,624 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.

The largest programs by graduates are at Madison Area Technical College, Herzing University-Madison and Aveda Institute-Madison.

6
Schools
1,803
Graduates last year
$12,155
Median program tuition
$35,624
Median earnings, 1 yr after

All 6 schools in Madison, WI

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Madison Area Technical College

Madison, WI

Programs
Auto Mechanic, Barber, Carpentry and CNA and 13 more
Average net price
$11,919
Completion rate
41%
Type
Public

Herzing University-Madison

Madison, WI

Programs
Medical Assistant, Medical Billing and Coding and Surgical Technologist
Average net price
$20,293
Completion rate
29%
Type
Private nonprofit

Aveda Institute-Madison

Madison, WI

Programs
Cosmetology, Esthetician, Massage Therapy and Nail Technician
Average net price
$13,244
Completion rate
81%
Type
Private for-profit

Academy of Beauty Professionals

Madison, WI

Programs
Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetician and Nail Technician
Average net price
$31,073
Completion rate
85%
Type
Private for-profit

Common questions

How much does trade school training cost in Madison, WI?

The median published tuition is $12,155 (range $2,735 to $24,876, 11 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at Aveda Institute-Madison ($2,735), Academy of Beauty Professionals ($4,418) and Paul Mitchell the School-Madison ($11,718). 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 7 months to finish (3 to 12 months). Certificates are shorter; associate degrees usually take about two years.

How much do trade school graduates earn?

Across 26 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $35,624 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 Madison, WI?

Yes. 1 public school offer it, including Madison Area Technical 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.