Best Trade Schools in Massachusetts (2026)

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Massachusetts continues to see strong demand for skilled trades in healthcare, biotech, clean energy, and construction. From Boston to the Berkshires, vocational and technical schools across the state offer hands-on training that prepares you for in-demand, well-paying roles; outcomes vary by location and job market.

Many programs are less than two years long and include apprenticeships or certification prep aligned with state licensure.

Best Trade Schools In Massachusetts

How we rank schools – graduation rate, graduate earnings, cost and retention. Advertising plays no part.

This page lists 10 schools, ordered by BOC Score with the highest at the top. 10 of them carry a score.

Location / proximity to this page
Defines the local group
Graduation rate how often students finish
30%
Median earnings, 10 years after entry whether it paid off
25%
Average net price what students actually pay after aid; lower ranks higher
20%
Retention rate how many come back for year two
15%
Fully online availability whether you can study while working
10%

Scores come from IPEDS (2024) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings are for all graduates of a school, not one program, so treat them as a signal about the institution rather than about this subject. Sponsored listings are paid placements and are labelled as such; they are separate from this ranking and never change it. Read the full methodology.

#3

Jupiter Beauty Academy

Boston, MA In-state option BOC Score 72.6
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 84.4%
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 307
  • Median graduate earnings, 4 yrs after completing (all majors, not a single program): $34,620 (College Scorecard)

Source: ACCSC IPEDS College Scorecard

#4

Laboure College of Healthcare

Milton, MA In-state option BOC Score 71.8
Tuition $30,618
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 50.0%
  • Graduation rate: 100.0%
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 11
  • Median graduate earnings, 4 yrs after completing (all majors, not a single program): $90,473 (College Scorecard)
  • Online programs available

Source: ACCSC IPEDS College Scorecard

#6

Motoring Technical Training Institute

Seekonk, MA In-state option BOC Score 67.8
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 89.2%
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 289
  • Median graduate earnings, 4 yrs after completing (all majors, not a single program): $46,174 (College Scorecard)

Source: ACCSC IPEDS College Scorecard

#7

Catherine Hinds Institute of Esthetics

Woburn, MA In-state option BOC Score 67.4
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 96.0%
  • Programs offered: 1
  • Annual completions: 134
  • Median graduate earnings, 4 yrs after completing (all majors, not a single program): $38,872 (College Scorecard)

Source: ACCSC IPEDS College Scorecard

#8

North Bennet Street School

Boston, MA In-state option BOC Score 65.8
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 90.0%
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 34
  • Median graduate earnings, 4 yrs after completing (all majors, not a single program): $57,182 (College Scorecard)

Source: ACCSC IPEDS College Scorecard

#10

New England Tractor Trailer Training School of Massachusetts

North Andover, MA In-state option BOC Score 62.3
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 73.7%
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 523
  • Median graduate earnings, 4 yrs after completing (all majors, not a single program): $61,966 (College Scorecard)

Source: ACCSC IPEDS College Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best trade school in Massachusetts?

Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology in Boston is highly regarded for HVAC, electrical, and automotive programs. MassBay is known for its automotive and cybersecurity offerings, while Shawsheen Tech and Bristol-Plymouth provide strong building and medical trades.

Are Massachusetts technical high schools considered trade schools?

Yes. Many public technical high schools like Assabet Valley and GLTS offer adult and postgrad programs open to non-traditional students seeking skilled trade certification.

What trades are in demand in Massachusetts in 2025?

According to the Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development:

  • HVAC Technicians
  • Plumbers
  • Electricians
  • Medical Assistants
  • Welders
  • Automotive Techs
  • Cybersecurity Specialists

Massachusetts’ trade schools offer fast, affordable paths into high-demand fields. Whether you’re installing HVAC systems, wiring buildings, or helping in a hospital, these careers start with a solid technical education.

Trade Schools by City in Massachusetts

Compare accredited trade schools in 41 Massachusetts 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.

DataProviderVintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)U.S. Bureau of Labor StatisticsMay 2025
Employment ProjectionsU.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data SystemNational Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)U.S. Department of Educationlatest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)U.S. Department of Educationlatest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirementsCareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programsCareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)latest release (updated 2025-10-25)