The facts speak for themselves.
49,000+ graduates since 1949. The largest and most established welding school in the country.
AWS Accredited Test Facility on campus. Earn industry certifications where you train.
Oculus Quest 2 with OcuWeld VR training software included. Practice welding techniques in virtual reality.
Flexible scheduling: morning, afternoon, evening, weekend, and overnight options available.
25 semester credit hours of focused, hands-on training. No filler courses, no wasted time.
SMAW basics, plasma cutting, carbon arc gouging, and blueprint reading. Your foundation starts here.
GMAW and FCAW processes used in manufacturing, construction, and fabrication shops.
Welding structural steel for buildings, bridges, and heavy equipment. Real-world joint configurations.
Pipe welding positions and techniques used in oil & gas, power plants, and refineries.
High-frequency TIG, thin alloy, and advanced pipe techniques for specialized industries.
Certification prep, portfolio building, and industry-standard testing. Graduate job-ready.
All salary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2024 OEWS (SOC 51-4121).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2024 OEWS. SOC 51-4121. Actual earnings vary by location, experience, employer, and certifications.
Start with welding theory, blueprint reading, and safety protocols. Understand the why before the how.
Spend hours in the booth running beads, practicing joints, and building muscle memory on real equipment.
Test your welds, get instructor feedback, and refine your technique. Every rep makes you sharper.
Flexible scheduling available: morning, afternoon, evening, weekend, and overnight options.
"I came from the Philippines with a dream. Seven months later, I'm a high-frequency TIG welder for the U.S. Navy. TWS gave me the skills and the confidence."
"I got hired as a welder before I even graduated. The instructors didn't just teach me to weld, they taught me to think like a professional. Can't recommend it highly enough."
"I walked in with zero experience and walked out with a career. As a woman in the trades, I never felt out of place. The instructors made sure everyone succeeded."
5 campuses offering Professional Welder. New classes start every few weeks.
2545 E 11th St, Tulsa, OK 74104
3500 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32216
243 Greens Rd, Houston, TX 77060
2545 Esters Rd, Irving, TX 75062
2859 Candler Rd, Decatur, GA 30034
Program Disclosures
As required by our accrediting body (ACCSC) and the U.S. Department of Education, we provide the following outcomes data for this program.
72%
Graduation Rate
89%
Job Placement Rate
$14,800
Median Student Debt
$38,400
Median Annual Earnings
68%
On-Time Completion
N/A — no state licensure required
Licensure/Certification
Data reflects the most recent reporting period. Graduation and placement rates are calculated per ACCSC standards. Median earnings reflect reported wages of graduates within 12 months of completion. Median debt includes federal and private loans. For complete consumer information, visit tws.edu/consumer-information. Accredited by ACCSC — verify accreditation.