NJ School Directory
Compare 10 accredited trade schools across 10 cities — tuition, programs, and NJ licensing rules
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New Jersey is home to 10 accredited trade schools and vocational training programs across 10 cities. Whether you're looking for hands-on training in the skilled trades, healthcare, or technology fields, NJ offers a range of programs designed to help you start a rewarding career in as little as a few months.
Trade schools in New Jersey 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 9 New Jersey schools that publish a price is $28,425, ranging from $7,440 to $42,700. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 💻 IT & Networking | 7 | $24,346 | $7,440–$43,500 | 6-24 months |
| ❄️ HVAC Technician | 6 | $28,380 | $7,440–$30,535 | 6-24 months |
| ⚡ Electrician | 6 | $29,213 | $7,440–$43,500 | 9-24 months |
| 🩺 Medical Assistant | 6 | $21,785 | $7,440–$21,825 | 9-12 months |
| 🚗 Automotive Technician | 5 | $36,545 | $32,500–$43,500 | 6-24 months |
| 🔥 Welding | 4 | $24,166 | $7,440–$33,003 | 6-18 months |
| 👨🍳 Culinary Arts | 3 | $12,177 | $7,440–$16,913 | 6-24 months |
| 🦷 Dental Assistant | 2 | $18,877 | $16,913–$20,840 | 9-12 months |
| 🔧 Plumbing | 1 | $7,440 | $7,440 | 9-24 months |
| 🪚 Carpentry | 1 | $7,440 | $7,440 | 6-24 months |
| 💆 Massage Therapy | 1 | — | — | 6-12 months |
Based on the 10 schools listed on Trade Schools Review in New Jersey. 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 New Jersey 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.
Jersey City, NJ · Public Community College
$7,440
listed tuition
Hackensack, NJ · Private Trade School
$16,913
listed tuition
Iselin, NJ · Private Trade School
$23,161
listed tuition
Paramus, NJ · Private Trade School
$23,742
listed tuition
Mahwah, NJ · Private Trade School
$28,425
listed tuition
Union, NJ · Private Trade School
$28,425
listed tuition
Moorestown, NJ · Private Trade School
$33,594
listed tuition
South Plainfield, NJ · Private Trade School
$34,442
listed tuition
Hackensack has the most options in the state with 1 school. Pick a city to compare local programs, tuition, and schedules.
With 10 options to compare, choosing the right trade school takes some research. Here are some key factors to consider when evaluating programs in NJ: