Trade Schools in Colorado Springs, CO

Colorado Springs, CO has 7 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 1 public and 6 private. Together they graduated 1,789 students from these programs in the latest federal count.

Published program tuition runs from $6,900 to $40,392, with a median of $17,592 across the 26 programs that report a program price.

Graduates earned a median of $32,195 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.

The largest programs by graduates are at Pikes Peak State College, Intellitec College-Colorado Springs and International Salon and Spa Academy.

7
Schools
1,789
Graduates last year
$17,592
Median program tuition
$32,195
Median earnings, 1 yr after

All 7 schools in Colorado Springs, CO

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Pikes Peak State College

Colorado Springs, CO

Programs
Auto Mechanic, CNA, Dental Assistant and Diesel Mechanic and 9 more
Average net price
$4,709
Completion rate
23%
Type
Public

Intellitec College-Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs, CO

Programs
Auto Mechanic, Electrician, HVAC and Medical Assistant and 1 more
Average net price
$28,631
Completion rate
52%
Type
Private for-profit

International Salon and Spa Academy

Colorado Springs, CO

Programs
Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetician and Nail Technician
Average net price
$26,909
Completion rate
77%
Type
Private for-profit

Common questions

How much does trade school training cost in Colorado Springs, CO?

The median published tuition is $17,592 (range $6,900 to $40,392, 26 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at The Salon Professional Academy-Colorado Springs ($6,900), Tigi Hairdressing Academy-Colorado Springs ($7,533) and International Salon and Spa Academy ($7,765). 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 11 months to finish (5 to 20 months). Certificates are shorter; associate degrees usually take about two years.

How much do trade school graduates earn?

Across 33 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $32,195 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 Colorado Springs, CO?

Yes. 1 public school offer it, including Pikes Peak State 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.