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Tulsa Welding School-Houston
Houston, Texas · Private for-profit career school
Address: 243A Greens Road, Houston, TX 77060 · Phone: (844) 242-1213 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Tulsa Welding School-Houston is a private for-profit trade school in Houston, TX offering welding, HVAC, and electrician programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Tulsa Welding School-Houston has a 69.8% completion rate, above the Texas state average of 63.5%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $41,067 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Tulsa Welding School-Houston is $41,431, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs, and 67.9% 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 | $38,380 | $53,340 | $64,770 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,100 | $57,760 | $69,860 |
| Electricians | $37,920 | $58,570 | $71,130 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (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 | 943 | $32,926 | $30,983 | $9,500 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 175 | $32,926 | $30,983 | $9,500 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 168 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 125 | $30,040 | not reported | $7,125 |
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
Tulsa Welding School-Houston is a private for-profit trade school located in Houston, Texas. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus offers four program families, with welding schools, HVAC schools, and electrician schools as its top programs, and welding is by far the largest, accounting for the majority of completions.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 69.8%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $41,067. The annual cost of attendance is $41,431, and 67.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income students enrolled here.
This campus may suit students seeking hands-on, shorter-term trade training rather than a traditional two- or four-year degree, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers interested in welding, HVAC, or electrical work may want to verify current details directly with the school. Prospective students can confirm accreditation status through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Tulsa Welding School-Houston offers four program families, with the largest being welding schools, followed by HVAC schools and electrician schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, 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 financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 69.8%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $9,500.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $41,067.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported at $41,431.
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 costs and eligibility for certain state or institutional aid compared to public or non-profit schools.
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 (844) 242-1213 or visit tws.edu for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?486798.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
While specific program lengths aren't reported, the school's focus on welding, HVAC, and electrical trades suggests programs geared toward hands-on skill-building; contact the school to confirm fit for career changers.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for program-specific details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Tulsa Welding School-Houston at (844) 242-1213 or through their website at https://www.tws.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and outcomes across schools.
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.