Tidewater Tech-Trades
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What Are the Key Stats for Tidewater Tech-Trades?
Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)
$16,337
Total Enrollment
367
Program Completions
355
Last reported year
Average Net Price
$26,328
After financial aid
How Tidewater Tech-Trades Compares
Tidewater Tech-Trades's 367-student enrollment is on the smaller side for trade education. Tuition of $16,337 and a compact campus usually mean instructors know their students individually — a real advantage when learning trades that depend on direct mentorship and feedback.
Where is Tidewater Tech-Trades?
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Is Tidewater Tech-Trades Accredited?
- Accredited by Council on Occupational Education (COE) Since 1988 · Next review December 2028
Source: U.S. Department of Education, Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), as of October 2026. Reported by accrediting agencies; not audited.
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Tidewater Tech-Trades programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
In the Combination Welding program at Tidewater Tech-Trades, 31% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combination Welding | 31% | — | — | — |
| Building Construction Trades | 89% | — | — | — |
| Combination Maritime Welding | 50% | — | — | — |
Full outcomes detail for Tidewater Tech-Trades →
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Explore Tidewater Tech-Trades
Enrollment
Tidewater Tech-Trades enrolls 367 students. The student body is 83.9% men, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 63% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.
View Full DetailsAcademics
Tidewater Tech-Trades maintains a 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing exceptional opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a good 63% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. With very high enrollment intensity, students engage deeply in their studies and campus activities.
View Full DetailsPrograms
Tidewater Tech-Trades offers programs in 2 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Welding Technology/Welder, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, and Welding Technology/Welder. In 2025, the college awarded 355 degrees and certificates across all programs.
View Full DetailsFinancial Aid
Annual tuition and fees at Tidewater Tech-Trades is $16,337 for in-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $26,328. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.
View Full DetailsInstitution Details
Contact Information
Norfolk, VA, 23502
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Cost Information
- Books and supplies $695
- Housing and food (off campus) $13,195
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