Trade and career programs at Lorain County Joint Vocational School District
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and barbering | Certificate | 49 | $19,211 | n/a | $2,333 |
| Welding | Certificate | 16 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 16 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Certificate | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Certificate | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Phlebotomy and medical lab | Certificate | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Lorain County Joint Vocational School District cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $7,632 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $16,393 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $12,512 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $11,463 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $13,163 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $14,443 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $16,393 |
| Over $110,000 | Not reported |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- 87% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal program length (students who started in fall 2022 or the 2022-23 year).
- 81% of first-time students came back or finished after the first year.
- Former students earned a median of $39,028 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- 23% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Council on Occupational Education.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Lorain County Joint Vocational School District cost?
Tuition and fees are $7,632 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $12,512 in 2024-25.
What is the completion rate at Lorain County Joint Vocational School District?
87% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal time for their program.
How much do Lorain County Joint Vocational School District graduates earn?
Cosmetology and barbering certificate graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $19,211 one year after finishing.
Is Lorain County Joint Vocational School District accredited?
Lorain County Joint Vocational School District is accredited by Council on Occupational Education, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Columbus State Community College, Columbus: $5,788 a year
- Cuyahoga Community College District, Cleveland: $3,249 a year
- Sinclair Community College, Dayton: $3,675 a year
- Stark State College, North Canton: $4,910 a year
- Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, Cincinnati: $5,517 a year
- Lorain County Community College, Elyria: $4,525 a year
More: all trade schools in Ohio · Lorain County Joint Vocational School District on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.