Tulsa Welding School Tuition Breakdown
Tulsa Welding School (TWS) publishes its tuition and fees on its costs page. For the Professional Welder/Welding Specialist program, TWS lists $19,200 in tuition and a total program cost of $24,175. For the Welding Specialist with Pipefitting program, TWS lists $24,056 in tuition and a total program cost of $29,675.
Those totals cover tuition, course materials and textbooks, a lab fee, a gear package, accident insurance, a technology fee, and a registration fee. Housing and living expenses are not part of the total program cost. TWS publishes them separately as an estimated monthly cost-of-attendance budget.
How Long TWS Programs Take
According to TWS, the Professional Welding program can be completed in as little as seven months and is offered at its Tulsa, Jacksonville, Houston, and Dallas Metro campuses. The Welding Specialist with Pipefitting program can be completed in as little as 9½ months and is offered at the Jacksonville and Houston campuses. TWS marks that article as archived, so confirm current schedules and campuses with the school.
Living Costs While You Train
For students living off campus, TWS’s cost-of-attendance budget for Tulsa lists $1,628.40 a month in living expenses and $3,015.56 a month in total once travel and personal costs are added. For Houston and Jacksonville, the off-campus total is $3,045.67 a month.
What Western Welding Academy Costs
At Western Welding Academy, program prices are all-inclusive: they cover tuition, tools and gear, and housing. The Foundational Pipe Welder runs 12 weeks at $17,050. The Professional Pipe Welder runs 19 weeks at $27,600. The Expert Pipe Welder runs 24 weeks at $35,800. The Advanced Structural Welding program runs 12 weeks at $25,800. A $350 booth hold payment and a $500 housing security deposit are not included in those prices.
Ready to launch your welding career? Apply now or call Western Welding Academy at (307) 284-5313 today.
Side-by-Side: Published Costs and Lengths
| Tulsa Welding School | Western Welding Academy | |
|---|---|---|
| Published program cost | $24,175 (Professional Welder) to $29,675 (Welding Specialist with Pipefitting) | $17,050 (Foundational) to $35,800 (Expert) |
| Housing | Not in the program cost; budgeted separately | Included in program prices |
| Program length | As little as 7 to 9½ months | 12 to 24 weeks |
| Campuses | Tulsa, Jacksonville, Houston, Dallas Metro, Atlanta Metro, Phoenix | Gillette, Wyoming |
Compare the full cost of each option, including where you will live while you train, how long the program takes, and the outcomes each school reports.
Western Welding Academy at a Glance
Western Welding Academy is an AWS Accredited Test Facility. In a November 2024 alumni survey, graduates reported 94% hired within 90 days. The school has 2,000+ graduates, students from all 50 states, and 330 years of combined instructor experience, and 85% of class time is spent in the booth. Read how pipe welders build six-figure careers.
Ready to launch your welding career? Apply now or call Western Welding Academy at (307) 284-5313 today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How much does Tulsa Welding School cost in 2026?
TWS lists a total program cost of $24,175 for Professional Welder/Welding Specialist and $29,675 for Welding Specialist with Pipefitting. Those totals include tuition, materials, lab, gear, insurance, technology, and registration fees, but not housing or living expenses.
Q2. Does Tulsa Welding School include housing?
Housing is not part of the TWS total program cost. TWS publishes an estimated off-campus cost-of-attendance budget instead: $3,015.56 a month in total for Tulsa.
Q3. Can I get financial aid for Tulsa Welding School?
TWS says funding may be available to eligible students through federal grants, scholarships, and military benefits. Contact the school’s financial services team for details.
Q4. How does TWS compare to Western Welding Academy?
TWS lists $24,175 to $29,675 for its welding programs, with housing budgeted separately, and says its programs take as little as 7 to 9½ months. Western Welding Academy’s programs cost $17,050 to $35,800 with tuition, tools and gear, and housing included, and take 12 to 24 weeks.
Q5. What funding does Western Welding Academy offer?
Western Welding Academy offers financing options and scholarships, including an In-State & Neighboring State Scholarship of up to $3,500 for residents of Wyoming and neighboring states on remaining 2026 start dates.
Compare Your Options
Tuition is one number. Total cost, time in training, and the outcomes each school reports tell the fuller story. Call Western Welding Academy at (307) 284-5313 or apply now to talk through your options.
