American Trade School
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. 68% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
American Trade School is a private for-profit institution located in Saint Ann, Missouri with approximately 154 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $17,618 per year. The graduation rate is 68%, and the typical graduate earns $47,161 within 10 years of enrollment.
Worth considering if you're focused on a specific trade and want a small, hands-on environment — with only 140 students enrolled, you're not going to get lost in the crowd. That said, the $18,022 average annual net price is a real cost for a for-profit school, so before committing, make sure to research graduation rates and post-graduation earnings in your field to confirm the investment pays off. For-profit trade schools vary widely in outcomes, and this one's small size makes independent vetting especially important.
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Will This School Pay Off?
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (154 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does American Trade School cost?
The average net price at American Trade School is about $17,618 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at American Trade School?
American Trade School has a graduation rate of 68%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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