MT School Directory
Compare 8 accredited trade schools across 8 cities — tuition, programs, and MT licensing rules
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Trade Programs
Montana is home to 8 accredited trade schools and vocational training programs across 8 cities. Whether you're looking for hands-on training in the skilled trades, healthcare, or technology fields, MT offers a range of programs designed to help you start a rewarding career in as little as a few months.
Trade schools in Montana provide focused, career-oriented education that gets you into the workforce faster than a traditional four-year degree. Programs typically combine classroom instruction with practical, hands-on training so you graduate with real-world skills employers are looking for.
Median listed tuition across 8 Montana schools that publish a price is $4,339, ranging from $3,386 to $6,090. The table below breaks that down by program — every figure comes from the tuition these schools publish, not a national average.
| Program | Programs | Median tuition | Range | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🔥 Welding | 8 | $4,346 | $3,654–$12,066 | 6-18 months |
| 🩺 Medical Assistant | 8 | $4,781 | $3,654–$12,180 | 9-12 months |
| 💻 IT & Networking | 8 | $7,784 | $3,975–$12,180 | 6-24 months |
| 🚚 CDL Training | 7 | $4,500 | $3,975–$5,014 | 3-8 weeks |
| 🪚 Carpentry | 7 | $4,547 | $3,654–$12,066 | 6-24 months |
| ❄️ HVAC Technician | 6 | $4,310 | $3,975–$12,180 | 6-24 months |
| 🚗 Automotive Technician | 6 | $8,677 | $3,975–$12,180 | 6-24 months |
| ⚡ Electrician | 4 | $7,147 | $4,547–$12,180 | 9-24 months |
| 🔧 Plumbing | 3 | $12,066 | $3,654–$12,180 | 9-24 months |
| 🦷 Dental Assistant | 3 | $3,975 | $3,654–$8,288 | 9-12 months |
| 👨🍳 Culinary Arts | 3 | $5,014 | $3,654–$12,066 | 6-24 months |
| 💊 Pharmacy Technician | 2 | $4,024 | $3,975–$4,072 | 6-12 months |
| 🐾 Veterinary Technician | 2 | $4,060 | $3,975–$4,144 | 18-24 months |
Based on the 8 schools listed on Trade Schools Review in Montana. Median is calculated across programs with a published tuition figure; schools that quote on request are excluded. Confirm current pricing with the school.
The lowest published tuition among Montana schools in our directory. Public community and technical colleges dominate this list — they charge in-district rates for the same credentials private career colleges sell at several times the price.
Great Falls, MT · Community College
$3,386
listed tuition
Bozeman, MT · Technical College
$3,654
listed tuition
Helena, MT · Community College
$3,975
listed tuition
Butte, MT · Technical College
$4,130
listed tuition
Billings, MT · Community College
$4,547
listed tuition
Missoula, MT · Community College
$5,014
listed tuition
Kalispell, MT · Community College
$6,033
listed tuition
Miles City, MT · Community College
$6,090
listed tuition
Billings has the most options in the state with 1 school. Pick a city to compare local programs, tuition, and schedules.
With 8 options to compare, choosing the right trade school takes some research. Here are some key factors to consider when evaluating programs in MT: