Indiana is a hub for advanced manufacturing, construction, and healthcare, sectors that depend on a steady pipeline of skilled tradespeople. Whether you’re in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Evansville, or a rural part of the state, Indiana’s trade schools provide training that prepares you for in-demand roles; outcomes vary by location and job market.
From CDL training to HVAC, welding, and medical assisting, Indiana offers hands-on programs that build skills for long-term career stability and growth; employment is not guaranteed.
Best Trade Schools In Indiana
How We Rank Schools
We first gather the schools closest to the city or state page you are viewing, then rank that
local group by BOC Score, with the highest at the top. The BOC Score is computed from federal
IPEDS and College Scorecard data; schools without enough data to score appear last.
LOCAL RANK
Location / proximity to this page
Defines the local group
Graduation rate
30%
Median earnings, 10 years after entry
25%
Average net price (lower is better)
20%
Retention rate
15%
Fully online availability
10%
Schools without enough federal outcome data appear after ranked schools, without a score.
Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.
#1
Ivy Tech Community College
📍
Indianapolis, IN
•In-state option•BOC Score
49.2
Tuition$5,154 - $15,370
Contact
50 W. Fall Creek Parkway N. Drive Indianapolis, IN 46208-5752
Ivy Tech is the state’s largest trade training network with excellent coverage in HVAC, welding, and healthcare. Lincoln Tech and Vincennes University also offer strong trade programs with good job outcomes.
Are Indiana community colleges considered trade schools?
Yes. Ivy Tech and Vincennes University are community colleges that offer trade-focused training and certifications with strong industry recognition.
What trades are in demand in Indiana in 2025?
According to the Indiana Department of Workforce Development and BLS:
HVAC Technicians
Electricians
Welders
Truck Drivers (CDL)
Medical Assistants
CNC Machinists
Construction Techs
Whether you’re just out of high school or ready for a career change, Indiana trade schools offer a clear, affordable path to success. Choose your program and start training today.
Trade Schools by City in Indiana
Compare accredited trade schools in 72 Indiana cities. Each city page lists the closest local schools with tuition, median graduate earnings, and the trades hiring nearby.
About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.
Data sources
Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.
Data
Provider
Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
