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American Trade School

Type 2 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale Suburb: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Continuous
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 11 to 1
Students retention rate 78%
On-time graduation rate 51%

Located in Saint Ann, Missouri, American Trade School is a private, for profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a continuous calendar system, providing flexibility in scheduling.

One of the notable aspects of American Trade School is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

American Trade School is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 11-to-1, American Trade School emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

American Trade School boasts an impressive student retention rate of 78% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 72% and 67%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
The most popular programs at American Trade School are Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, General, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician. Below is the cost of attendance for these programs as well as the cost of attendance for similar schools that provide the same program.

Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, General

Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 62 of freshman students at American Trade School received on average $3,962 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$3,962
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 79 62% $3,962 $313,012
Other Federal Grant 79 62% $3,962 $313,012
State Grant/Scholarships 0 0% - -
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 0 0% - -
Total Grant & Scholarships 79 62% $3,962 $313,012

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of American Trade School students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of American Trade School students is 50.6%. Female students graduated at a rate of 75.0%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 49.4%.

50.6%

  • African American 36.8% 14 students
  • white 63.4% 26 students
  • Mixed Race 100.0% 2 students

Service Offerings

American Trade School provides the following additional services to its students
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

American Trade School offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Occupational

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes