In-State vs Out-of-State Tuition Comparison
For the academic year 2024-2025, the average tuition & fees of Colorado Trade Schools is $16,284.
Colorado Trade Schools's tuition is higher than national average, which is $15,198 in 2025.
Dr. Ida Rolf Institute has the most expensive tuition & fees of $26,541 and Technical College of the Rockies has the lowest tuition & fees of $3,353 among Colorado Trade Schools.
The average itemized college cost for Colorado Trade Schools is as follows:
- Tuition & Fees is $15,646 based on the largest program tuition at each school.
- The cost for books & supplies is $2,027.
- The living cost is $19,814 (off-campus).
Tuition, fees, and Living Costs Comparison for Colorado Trade Schools
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2025 Tuition Comparison Between Colorado Trade Schools
| School Name | Largest Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Living Costs |
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Academy of Natural Therapy IncGreeley, CO | Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | $15,750 | $750 | - |
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Avalon Institute-AuroraAurora, CO | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $9,000 | $2,002 | $12,206 |
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Aveda Institute-DenverDenver, CO | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $21,150 | $2,500 | $25,657 |
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Cheeks Beauty AcademyLoveland, CO | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $16,200 | $2,000 | $14,625 |
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Colorado Media SchoolDenver, CO | Radio and Television | $18,870 | $125 | $16,928 |
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Colorado School of Healing ArtsLakewood, CO | - | $11,764 | - | - |
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Dr. Ida Rolf InstituteBoulder, CO | Somatic Bodywork | $26,541 | $320 | $11,666 |
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Elevate Salon Institute-WestminsterWestminster, CO | - | $11,400 | - | - |
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Emily Griffith Technical CollegeDenver, CO | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $11,935 | $700 | $17,200 |
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Empire Beauty School-AuroraAurora, CO | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $19,350 | $2,750 | $23,231 |
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Empire Beauty School-LittletonLittleton, CO | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $19,350 | $2,750 | $21,124 |
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Empire Beauty School-ThorntonThornton, CO | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $19,350 | $2,750 | $21,124 |
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International Salon and Spa AcademyColorado Springs, CO | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $19,015 | $3,000 | $27,888 |
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National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement (NIMAA)Denver, CO | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $6,820 | $540 | $16,313 |
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Paul Mitchell the School-Colorado SpringsColorado Springs, CO | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $17,100 | $5,300 | $31,530 |
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Paul Mitchell the School-DenverLakewood, CO | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $19,250 | $2,570 | $31,530 |
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Stacey James InstituteParker, CO | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $21,000 | $2,592 | $18,441 |
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Technical College of the RockiesDelta, CO | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $3,353 | $1,427 | $7,916 |
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The Salon Professional Academy-Colorado SpringsColorado Springs, CO | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $8,200 | $1,810 | $10,200 |
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TIGI Hairdressing Academy LegacyColorado Springs, CO | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $18,260 | $3,740 | $35,563 |
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Tuana European Beauty AcademyFort Collins, CO | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $17,995 | $2,400 | $20,825 |
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United Beauty CollegeDenver, CO | Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | $4,424 | $506 | $12,500 |
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| Average | - | $15,646 | $2,027 | $19,814 |
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*The tuition data is updated with the academic year 2024-2025 data from IPEDS.