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Advanced Welding Institute
South Burlington, Vermont · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 2 Green Tree Dr Suite 3, South Burlington, VT 05403 · Phone: (802) 660-0600 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Advanced Welding Institute is a private for-profit trade school in South Burlington, Vermont, offering welding-schools programs.
Advanced Welding Institute has a 90.9% completion rate, above the Vermont state average of 59.1%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median debt and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Advanced Welding Institute is $36,551, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid programs. About 42.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $45,650 | $60,890 | $65,490 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Vermont (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 | 85 | $39,719 | $34,526 | $5,077 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | $39,719 | $34,526 | $5,077 |
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
Advanced Welding Institute is a private for-profit trade school located in South Burlington, Vermont. The campus participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may be eligible for FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants. Its listed accreditation status was not found in the DAPIP database, so applicants should verify current accreditation directly with the school. The campus offers two program tracks under the welding-schools family, with welding schools (92 completers) representing its primary program of award.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 90.9%, which is above the Vermont state average of 59.1%. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $36,551, and 42.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of students from lower-income backgrounds.
This campus, with 104 undergraduate students in a small-city setting, may suit students seeking a focused, short-term welding credential rather than a multi-year degree program, though exact program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers should confirm schedule flexibility directly with the school. Prospective students are encouraged to verify accreditation status and outcome figures through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and by contacting the school directly before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Advanced Welding Institute offers two programs under the welding-schools family, with welding schools (92 completers) as its primary program of award.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
The school's accreditation status was not found in the DAPIP database. Prospective students should verify current accreditation directly with the school or via the College Scorecard link.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 42.2% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 90.9%, which is above the Vermont state average of 59.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (802) 660-0600 or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link for possible future updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $36,551.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Advanced Welding Institute is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs, financial aid terms, and accreditation oversight 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 (802) 660-0600 or via https://www.awi.edu/ for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?456001 or contact the school directly to confirm current accreditation and outcomes.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focused welding program and small-city setting may suit career changers seeking a hands-on trade credential, though specific scheduling details are not reported in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Advanced Welding Institute by phone at (802) 660-0600 or through its website at https://www.awi.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other welding schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for nearby program comparisons.
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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.