Trade and career programs at Milan Institute-Sparks
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 | 84 | $19,459 | n/a | $6,333 |
| Massage therapy | Certificate | 21 | $28,886 | $25,624 | $7,690 |
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Certificate | 20 | $33,044 | $37,097 | $8,919 |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 14 | $32,872 | $34,956 | $9,500 |
Milan Institute-Sparks cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $14,070 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $24,270 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $21,216 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $21,223 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $21,292 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $20,136 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $22,857 |
| Over $110,000 | $24,270 |
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
- 74% 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).
- Former students earned a median of $38,492 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $6,333 in federal student loans.
- 65% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Council on Occupational Education.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Milan Institute-Sparks cost?
Tuition and fees are $14,070 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $21,216 in 2024-25.
What is the completion rate at Milan Institute-Sparks?
74% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal time for their program.
How much do Milan Institute-Sparks graduates earn?
Dental assisting and hygiene certificate graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $33,044 one year after finishing.
Is Milan Institute-Sparks accredited?
Milan Institute-Sparks is accredited by Council on Occupational Education, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Truckee Meadows Community College, Reno: $3,502 a year
- Northwest Career College, Las Vegas: $15,499 a year
- Great Basin College, Elko: $4,200 a year
- United Education Institute-Las Vegas, Las Vegas: $21,500 a year
- Pima Medical Institute-Las Vegas, Las Vegas: $16,895 a year
- Advanced Training Institute, Las Vegas
More: all trade schools in Nevada · Milan Institute-Sparks 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.