Are you considering trade school but not sure you have the money to pay for tuition? The good news is that there is financial aid and scholarships to help pay for trade school. In addition to that, many of the trade programs at CyberTex can be completed in under one year. Therefore, trade school can be much less costly than attending a two or four-year college. So, what is the cost of trade school?
What is the Cost of Trade School?
The cost for attendance of all CyberTex Programs is as follows:
Network Engineer Certificate Program
Registration Fee $100
Tuition $1,763.63 x 11 months = $19,400
Technology Fee $500.00
Medical Assistant Diploma Program
Registration Fee $100
Tuition $1,500.00 x 11 months = $15,900
Technology Fee $500.00
HVAC Certification Program
Registration Fee $100
Tuition $1,963.63 x 11 months = $22,200
Technology Fee $500.00
Vocational Nursing Certificate/Licensing Program
Registration Fee $50
Tuition $1,763.63 x 11 months = $19,400
Technology Fee $500.00
Some of the other costs that you will need to consider depending on your own situation include food, housing, transportation, and personal and miscellaneous costs.
How Do You Pay for Trade School?
There are many options for you to pay for trade school. Here are the most common:
Financial Aid (For Those That Qualify)
Our financial aid staff will help you fill out the FAFSA form, which is used to determine financial need. You may be eligible for grants, scholarships, or loans based on your FAFSA form.
Federal Pell Grant – Students with financial need may qualify for the Federal Pell Grant. You are not responsible for paying back this grant. You can use this grant to pay for tuition, books, and other school costs. The Amount depends on your and your parents’ income, cost of attendance, and enrollment status.
Federal Work-Study Program – The federal work-study program is available for students with financial need. They earn money for trade school through part-time jobs, usually performed on campus. To use the funds, your work must be related to your course or benefit the community.
Federal Direct Subsidized & Unsubsidized Loan – Subsidized loans are available for undergraduate students with financial need, while most students may apply for an unsubsidized loan. This loan needs to be repaid after graduation.
Parent PLUS Loan – Parents of dependent students who need money to pay for trade school may apply for the Parent PLUS loan. It is important to note that a credit check is required and that it is the parents that borrow the money.
Military & Veteran’s Educational Benefits
For those who have served our country, thanks for your service. Because of your service, you or your family members may be eligible for military educational benefits.
Private & Industry Specific Scholarships
There are also many private and industry-specific scholarships that are awarded based on need and academics. Here are some of the scholarships you may be eligible for:
Mike Rowe WORKS Foundation Scholarship is available for students pursuing a trade or technical education. The focus of the program must be a hands-on career (HVAC, plumbing, welding, electrical, etc.)
The Fabricators and Manufacturers Association scholarship is available for students training in manufacturing or technical careers. Students who are attending trade programs like welding, machining, and HVAC must apply by the deadline.
Women in HVACR is a national organization that supports women pursuing careers in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC) industry. They offer mentorship, networking, training, and scholarships to help more women enter and grow in skilled trades.
SkillsUSA offers scholarships and financial aid to student members training for careers in the skilled trades, technical fields, and service industries. These scholarships are funded by industry partners and help cover tuition, tools, and certification costs.
The ABC Scholarships program, run by Associated Builders and Contractors, provides financial support to students pursuing construction-related training and apprenticeships. Scholarships are awarded through local ABC chapters and help cover tuition, books, and tools for trade school programs.
Want to Learn More?
CyberTex offers short-term technical training programs in the Information Technology, Medical, Healthcare, and Construction Trades. We are a student-centric institute that equips students with workplace skills for initial employment, paving the way for desired and financially stable careers.
Contact us today to learn more about our CyberTex campuses in Austin and Killeen.
