Trade Schools in Huntsville, AL

Huntsville, AL has 3 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 1 public and 2 private. Together they graduated 148 students from these programs in the latest federal count.

Published program tuition runs from $16,297 to $19,730, with a median of $16,297 across the 3 programs that report a program price.

Graduates earned a median of $28,759 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.

The largest programs by graduates are at J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College, Ross Medical Education Center-Huntsville and The Salon Professional Academy-Huntsville.

3
Schools
148
Graduates last year
$16,297
Median program tuition
$28,759
Median earnings, 1 yr after

All 3 schools in Huntsville, AL

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Also within 30 miles of Huntsville

The Hair Academy LLC

Fayetteville, TN

Programs
Cosmetology, Esthetician and Nail Technician
Average net price
$14,839
Completion rate
85%
Type
Private for-profit

Common questions

How much does trade school training cost in Huntsville, AL?

The median published tuition is $16,297 (range $16,297 to $19,730, 3 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at Ross Medical Education Center-Huntsville ($16,297) and The Salon Professional Academy-Huntsville ($19,730). 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 (8 to 11 months). Certificates are shorter; associate degrees usually take about two years.

How much do trade school graduates earn?

Across 3 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $28,759 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 Huntsville, AL?

Yes. 1 public school offer it, including J. F. Drake State Community and 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.