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Start Your Trade School Training Right After High School


As you're getting ready to graduate high school, you're probably thinking about the next big step. Tulsa Welding School, with campuses in Tulsa, Jacksonville, Houston, and Dallas Metro, is a great place to get the training you need for a rewarding career as a skilled trades professional — in as few as 7 months.

Choose the Training to Align With Your Professional & Career Goals

Deciding on what to do after high school can be confusing as there are many options to consider. While 2 or 4-year traditional colleges might be an option for some, trade schools might be a better option for those looking for careers as skilled trades professionals.

With TWS, you can train to become a professional welder, HVAC/Refrigeration Technician, Maintenance Technician or Electrician, in as few as 7 months. Looking to become an electrical lineworker? You can graduate in just 15 weeks.

Take a look at the career training programs available at each of our campuses below:

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Explore Our Programs

Start Your Training for Your Welding Career Today

Interested in a hands-on career? Our Professional Welder program offers flexible classes and comprehensive training to prepare you for success in as few as 7 months.

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Start Your Training for Your HVAC / Refrigeration Career Today

Looking for a cool career with endless opportunities? Consider HVAC/refrigeration! Our flexible program trains you to be a skilled technician.

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Start Your Training for Your Electrical Career Today

Looking for a career that sparks interest? Check out our Electrical Applications program! Expert instructors and hands-on courses prepare you for success.

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Start Your Training for Your Industrial Maintenance Career Today

Interested in a hands-on career with amazing opportunities? Get trained as an industrial service and maintenance technician in as few as 7 months.  

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How to Get Started at Tulsa Welding School

If you’re a recent or soon-to-be high school graduate interested in attending TWS, we’re here to help. Check out our high school admissions page for more information on how to apply, or if you’re ready, schedule an in-person tour or view a virtual one online.

High School Welding Competition

Annual TWS National Welding Competition

High school seniors can compete for a full tuition scholarship to Tulsa Welding School by participating in the Annual TWS National Welding Competition. This event is hosted at 2 campuses this year, including Jacksonville & Houston, and gives students the chance to demonstrate their welding skills in a real-world setting. Participants are judged on weld quality, safety, and technique. More than $500,000 in scholarships are awarded each year, including full and partial tuition awards, as well as a $500 scholarship for all participants. Students must be eligible high school seniors and complete a registration form to participate.

The competition is an opportunity to learn more about the skilled trades while gaining hands-on experience and visiting a TWS campus. Whether you’re considering welding training in Florida, Texas, or comparing trade school tuition options, this event gives you a closer look at what TWS has to offer. Registration is open now!

Financial Aid & Scholarships

TWS offers various scholarship opportunities and financial aid options for qualified programs (Excluding Electrical Lineworker).****

Learn more about ways to lower the out-of-pocket cost of your education.

Financial aid available to those who qualify.

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