C+

Above Average

Score: 55/100

Colorado School of Trades

2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Lakewood, Colorado 80215

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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 82%

Outcomes

B+

78/100

Affordability

46/100

Resources

C+

57/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

36/100

Quick Stats

108

Total Enrollment

82%

Graduation Rate

83%

Retention Rate

10.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

77%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Colorado School of Trades Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $679,390
Avg rent near campus: $1,792/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 80219 (4.3% cap, Denver)

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🏆 Where Colorado School of Trades Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

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Gunsmithing/Gunsmith

of 7 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	N/A	N/A

Financial Aid

44%

Receive Any Aid

33%

Receive Pell Grants

31%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Gunsmithing/Gunsmith 71 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Colorado School of Trades's top programs commonly pursue.

Installation, maintenance, and repair workers, all other

$49k/yr 221,200 jobs

Student Demographics

108

Total Students

Women

56%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 85%

Black 1%

Asian 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 56%

25-64 (Adult) 44%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Colorado School of Trades?

Colorado School of Trades has an acceptance rate of 77%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend Colorado School of Trades?

Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.

What is the graduation rate at Colorado School of Trades?

The graduation rate at Colorado School of Trades is 82%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.

Is Colorado School of Trades a good school?

Colorado School of Trades has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Colorado School of Trades?

Colorado School of Trades has a total enrollment of 108 students.

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