Why Students Choose TWS
At Tulsa Welding School, students learn by doing. Hands-on training, flexible class schedules, experienced instructors, and career services support help students build real-world skills and prepare them to take the next step toward a career in the skilled trades
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We Are Focused on Your Future
You bring the dedication. We’ll help you build the skills. Your training is only part of the journey. TWS provides career services support designed to help you prepare for the job search, connect with potential employers, and take your next step with confidence. Our team is here to support you as you work toward your career goals.
What Sets Us Apart
For more than 76 years, Tulsa Welding School has been dedicated to one goal: providing the training required for students to succeed in the field. Through hands-on lab work and classroom instruction, we help you develop the skills to move your future forward.
5% Top 5% for 10 year return on investmentiv
50 States TWS Graduates have obtained employment in all 50 states4
60,000 TWS has over 60,000 graduates combined at all locations4
16,000 Over 16,000 employers across the 50 states2
$7,000,000 $7,000,000 in Scholarships annual funding3
iv Tulsa Welding School in Houston and Jacksonville were ranked among the top 5% of 4,600 institutions nationwide for the 10-year return on investment, according to a 2022 study by Georgetown University’s Center on Education and the Workforce.
Explore Why TWS is different
Choosing where to train is a big decision. At TWS, our approach is built around practical experience, industry-relevant training, and resources designed to support students from the classroom to the workforce. Explore some of the features that shape the TWS experience:
Flexible Schedules
Training for a new career has to fit into real life. TWS offers flexible class schedule options designed to help students balance school with work, family, life changes, and other responsibilities while continuing to build skills for the future.
- Day, Evening, Weekend Class Options: Choose a class schedule that aligns with your daily routine.*
- Focused Trade Curriculum: Build practical knowledge through coursework focused on trade-specific skills, current technologies, and techniques used in the industry.
- 6 Campuses Nationwide: Access current lab facilities in Phoenix, AZ; Jacksonville, FL; Atlanta Metro, GA; Tulsa, OK; Dallas Metro, TX; and Houston, TX.
Industry-Experienced Instructors
At TWS, quality trade training starts with field experience. Our instructors bring real-world background as welders, HVAC/R technicians, and electrical professionals directly into the lab and classroom.
- Hands-on Instructor Guidance: Receive personal feedback and practical demonstrations right at your welding booth or equipment station to help refine your technique.
- Real-world Insights: Learn job-site expectations, practical safety standards, and the professional habits that can help you stand out with industry employers.
- Structured Guidance: Step-by-step instruction designed to help you build confidence as you progress through each course.
Support Every Step of the Way
You don’t have to navigate trade school alone. From enrollment through graduation and throughout your career journey, our staff provides resources and support to help students navigate their training, stay on track, and prepare for what comes next.
- Admissions & Enrollment Guidance: Dedicated admissions representatives walk you through program options, scheduling, campus tours, and enrollment steps.
- Financial Aid Assistance: Our Financial Aid team works one-on-one with you to explore available funding options, including federal financial aid, institutional scholarships, and VA benefits for eligible service members and veterans.**
- Ongoing Career Services Assistance: Access to resume development, interview preparation, and employer outreach assistance during school and throughout your career.
TWS is Built for Everyone
Trade work does not discriminate. Whether you’re starting your first career, changing paths, transitioning from military service, or entering a field where you may be underrepresented, TWS is committed to creating a welcoming learning environment where students can focus on building their skills and their future.
We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our shop floors and classrooms. When you join TWS, you become part of a supportive community united by hard work, mutual respect, and shared goals.
Our History
Tulsa Welding School was founded in 1949 in Tulsa, Oklahoma by two welders to meet the demand for skilled tradespeople in the welding industry. Since then, TWS has become a multi-campus institution that trains students in the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for entry-level positions in the skilled trades. Tulsa Welding School has a long history of preparing students for careers in the skilled trades. The school has expanded its training opportunities over the years to help meet the growing demand for skilled welders, HVAC/R technicians, industrial maintenance specialists and electricians.
The Refrigeration School, Inc. (now Tulsa Welding School Phoenix) was founded in Phoenix, Arizona, in 1965 and joined the school system in late 2009. Together, these institutions have continued to expand access to skilled trades training across the country.
Over the years, Tulsa Welding School has continued to grow its presence beyond its roots in Oklahoma, establishing campuses across several states. Today, the school’s campus network includes locations in Florida, Texas, Georgia and Arizona.
Comparing Your Pathway:
TWS vs. Traditional 2-Year Options
| Feature | Tulsa Welding School | Traditional 2-Year Options |
|---|---|---|
| Program Focus | 100% focus on trade skills & safety | General education + trade coursework |
| Completion Timeline | As little as 7 months*** | Typically 2 years (24 months) |
| Hands-On Lab Time | Extensive Practical Training | Varies widely by program |
| Career Assistance | Ongoing Career Services assistance*** | General campus career center |
| Schedule Options | Flexible Day, Evening, and Weekend shifts**** | Semester-based schedule |
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Whether you are starting out or making a career change, our team is ready to answer your questions, show you around our campus, and help you get started.
Class schedules and shift availability vary by program and campus location
Financial aid, scholarships and veteran benefits available to those who qualify. Career services provide employment assistance, but TWS cannot guarantee job placement or specific wage levels.
Program lengths vary by program and campus. Career assistance provided; employment is not guaranteed.
Program flexibility is determined by program and by campus.