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Elite Welding Academy South Point
South Point, Ohio · Private for-profit career school
Address: 1910 County Road One, South Point, OH 45680 · Phone: (513) 454-3200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Elite Welding Academy South Point is a private for-profit trade school in South Point, Ohio offering welding schools programs, accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Elite Welding Academy South Point has a 71.4% completion rate, near the Ohio state average of 68.8%, with graduates carrying a median debt of $9,483. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Elite Welding Academy South Point is $33,536, and federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, with 64.3% 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 | $38,990 | $50,340 | $59,510 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Ohio (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 | 6 | $45,212 | $37,478 | $9,500 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, under 300 hours | 1 | $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 South Point is a private for-profit trade school located in South Point, Ohio. It is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training, and students here can use federal financial aid, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus is best known for its welding schools program, which accounts for the majority of its awards, with 7 completers listed in federal data out of an undergraduate enrollment of 29.
According to federal data, the completion rate at this campus is 71.4%, which is near the Ohio state average of 68.8%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $9,483. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $33,536, and 64.3% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus, situated in a midsize suburb, may suit students seeking a focused, single-trade welding credential rather than a broad multi-program associate degree environment. Because specific program lengths are not stated in the data provided, prospective students—including adult career changers—should contact the school directly to confirm scheduling and format. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome data yourself, check the accreditor's public records and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard listing for this school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Elite Welding Academy South Point offers welding schools programs, listed in federal data as its top program with 7 completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training, 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 aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid, and 64.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 71.4%, which is near the Ohio state average of 68.8%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,483, according to federal data.
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 updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $33,536 in federal data.
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 levels and the types of aid available compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly at (513) 454-3200 or visit its website to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link provided for this school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a focused single-program offering in welding, but specific scheduling or format details for adult learners are not reported; contact the school to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly for program-specific credentialing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Elite Welding Academy South Point at (513) 454-3200 or through its website, https://www.eliteweldingacademy.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby welding programs is not reported for this campus; consult the College Scorecard link 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.