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Heartland Welding Academy
Andover, Kansas · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 656 North Andover Road, Andover, KS 67002 · Phone: (316) 776-5246 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Heartland Welding Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Andover, Kansas offering welding programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Heartland Welding Academy has a 91.8% completion rate versus a 57.3% Kansas state average, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; median debt and earnings figures are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Heartland Welding Academy is $22,478, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and about 49.4% 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 | $37,790 | $49,410 | $59,200 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Kansas (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 | 39 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
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
Heartland Welding Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Andover, Kansas, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. The campus participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students who qualify can use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for enrollment. The school's program offerings are concentrated in a single field: welding, with 39 program completers recorded in federal data out of an undergraduate enrollment of 47.
Completion outcomes at this campus stand at 91.8%, which is above the Kansas state average of 57.3% for comparable programs. Median debt among graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data, and median earnings 10 years after entry are also not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,478. About 49.4% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body relies on need-based federal aid.
Given its single-program focus, Heartland Welding Academy is likely suited to students who want a concentrated, hands-on welding credential rather than a broad multi-program associate-degree campus experience. The relatively small enrollment and large-suburb locale suggest a compact training environment. Anyone considering this school, including adult career-changers, should independently verify accreditation status with the Council on Occupational Education and review outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling, since some figures such as debt and earnings are not available here.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Heartland Welding Academy offers welding programs, with 39 completers recorded in federal data. It is the school's sole program family.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs. About 49.4% 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 91.8%, which is above the Kansas state average of 57.3%.
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 (316) 776-5246 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. You can check the College Scorecard link for the most current figures.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $22,478, according to federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Heartland Welding Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and how financial aid and outcomes are regulated compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data. Contact the school directly at (316) 776-5246 or visit its website for program duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a small, single-program campus focused on welding, which may suit those seeking a focused technical credential; however, program length and schedule details are not reported here, so contacting the school directly is recommended.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Heartland Welding Academy at (316) 776-5246 or visit https://www.heartlandweldingacademy.com/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby welding schools is not included in this listing's federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare completion rates and costs across schools.
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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.