Trade and career programs at Navajo Technical University
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welding | Certificate | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Truck driving (CDL) | Certificate | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Electrician | Certificate | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Culinary arts | Associate degree | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Construction trades | Certificate | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Culinary arts | Certificate | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Plumbing | Certificate | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Paralegal | Certificate | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Construction trades | Associate degree | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Navajo Technical University cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $4,346 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $13,681 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $5,719 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $4,655 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $6,722 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | Not reported |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $8,995 |
| Over $110,000 | $8,740 |
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
- Former students earned a median of $30,124 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- 52% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Navajo Technical University cost?
Tuition and fees are $4,346 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $5,719 in 2024-25.
Is Navajo Technical University accredited?
Navajo Technical University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Central New Mexico Community College, Albuquerque: $2,136 a year
- San Juan College, Farmington: $2,315 a year
- Santa Fe Community College, Santa Fe: $1,908 a year
- Clovis Community College, Clovis: $1,592 a year
- Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell Campus, Roswell: $2,256 a year
- Pima Medical Institute-Albuquerque, Albuquerque: $18,251 a year
More: all trade schools in New Mexico · Navajo Technical University 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.