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Elite Welding Academy
Houston, Texas · Private for-profit career school
Address: 7119 Village Way, Houston, TX 77087 · Phone: (713) 640-1794 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Elite Welding Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Houston, Texas offering welding programs.
Federal outcome data is not reported for this campus.
Cost is not reported in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell, can be used at this school.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,380 | $53,340 | $64,770 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 30 | $45,212 | $37,478 | $9,500 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Elite Welding Academy is a private for-profit trade school located in Houston, Texas. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this campus since it participates in Title IV programs. No accreditor was found in the Department of Education's DAPIP database for this campus, so applicants should confirm accreditation status directly with the school. The campus awards credentials primarily in one program family: welding schools, with 30 recent completers reported.
Federal outcomes data for this specific campus is limited. The completion rate for this campus compared to the Texas state average of 63.5% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median earnings 10 years after entry is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. The share of students receiving Pell Grants is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Because the only listed program is welding, this campus may suit students seeking a focused, single-trade credential rather than a broad associate degree pathway. Whether the program length and format fit adult or career-changer schedules is not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm program length, schedule, and format. To verify accreditation and outcomes independently, check the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard listing for this campus and contact the school directly using the information provided below.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Elite Welding Academy offers welding programs, listed as its sole program family with 30 recent completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
No accreditor was found in the Department of Education's DAPIP database for this campus. Contact the school directly to confirm current accreditation status.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate for this campus is not reported in federal data. The Texas state average completion rate is 63.5%, but a direct comparison for this campus is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (713) 640-1794 or via its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Elite Welding Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review this campus's federal data directly on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?495776.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
This cannot be determined from the data provided, since program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school to discuss fit for career changers.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in federal data for this campus. Contact the school directly for details specific to its welding program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Elite Welding Academy at (713) 640-1794 or through its website at https://www.eliteweldingacademy.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other welding programs in the area is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare schools directly.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.