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Tulsa Welding School-Jacksonville
Jacksonville, Florida · Private for-profit career school
Address: 3500 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32216 · Phone: (877) 935-3529 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Tulsa Welding School-Jacksonville is a private for-profit trade school in Jacksonville, Florida offering welding programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Tulsa Welding School-Jacksonville has a 71.7% completion rate, near the Florida average of 70.5%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $41,067 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Tulsa Welding School-Jacksonville is $40,707, and federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, with 59.2% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,200 | $50,640 | $60,600 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Florida (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, 300–899 hours | 739 | $32,926 | $30,983 | $9,500 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 210 | $32,926 | $30,983 | $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
Tulsa Welding School-Jacksonville is a private for-profit trade school located in Jacksonville, Florida. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, to help pay for enrollment. The campus is best known for its welding schools program, which accounts for the vast majority of its 949 program completers.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 71.7%, which is near the Florida state average of 70.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $41,067. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $40,707, and 59.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a significant share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus, situated in a large city, focuses on welding training and may suit students seeking a career-focused program rather than a traditional multi-year degree path. Program length details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm scheduling and duration directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review current federal outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Tulsa Welding School-Jacksonville offers welding schools programs, which represent its top and most-completed program area with 949 completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so 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 is 71.7%, which is near the Florida state average of 70.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $9,500.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $41,067.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $40,707.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and the type of federal oversight applied 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 at (877) 935-3529 or via https://www.tws.edu/ to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?442329.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not report specific program lengths or scheduling details needed to assess career-changer fit; prospective students should contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for program-specific certification information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Tulsa Welding School-Jacksonville by phone at (877) 935-3529 or visit https://www.tws.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?442329 for comparisons.
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.