Trade schools in Milwaukee, WI

9 trade and technical schools are within 30 miles of Milwaukee, WI, 5 of them in the city. Popular programs nearby include cosmetology, esthetician, medical assistant, and barbering.

Within 30 miles
9
In Milwaukee
5
Public colleges
3
Programs offered
41

9 schools within 30 mi of Milwaukee, WI

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  1. Milwaukee Area Technical College

    Milwaukee, WI · 2.7 mi · Public

    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +36

  2. The Institute of Beauty and Wellness

    Milwaukee, WI · 3.6 mi · Private

    • Cosmetology
    • Massage therapy
    • Barbering
    • +2

  3. Milwaukee Career College

    Milwaukee, WI · 4.2 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant
    • Surgical technologist
    • +1

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  5. University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

    Milwaukee, WI · 4.4 mi · Public

    • Medical lab technician

  6. Bryant & Stratton College-Wauwatosa

    Wauwatosa, WI · 4.5 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • IT support & networking
    • +3

  7. Paul Mitchell the School-Milwaukee

    Wauwatosa, WI · 4.6 mi · Private

    • Cosmetology
    • Barbering

  8. VICI Beauty School

    Greenfield, WI · 7.7 mi · Private

    • Cosmetology
    • Esthetician

  9. Empire Beauty School-Milwaukee

    Milwaukee, WI · 8.4 mi · Private

    • Cosmetology
    • Esthetician

  10. Waukesha County Technical College

    Pewaukee, WI · 15 mi · Public

    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +25

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Frequently asked questions

How many trade schools are near Milwaukee?

There are 9 trade and technical schools within 30 miles of Milwaukee, WI, including 3 public colleges.

What trades can I study near Milwaukee?

The most common programs nearby are cosmetology (6 schools), esthetician (5 schools), medical assistant (4 schools), barbering (3 schools), police academy & criminal justice (3 schools), and dental assistant (3 schools).

How do I choose a trade school in Milwaukee?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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