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Colorado School of Trades
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Annual Tuition
$25,200
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
76.9%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
79.0%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$51,591
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Colorado School of Trades is a distinguished Private for-profit, 2-Year institution located in Lakewood, CO. With a competitive tuition profile of $25,200, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 79.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 2-Year Cost
$50,400
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
2.3 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$21,591
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$165,510
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$381,420
Long-term projected return on your education investment
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Colorado School of Trades is $20,000.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$25,200
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
83.3%
Success
79.0%
In-State Cost
$25,200
Age 25+ Students
44.4%
Carnegie Class
Carnegie 11
Working at 6yr
144 students
Local City Insights
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