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Welding classes in Arkansas

57 welding programs with costs, results and funding that can make them free

29 schools offer these welding programs, and Arkansas has approved every one for workforce funding. Each shows its price if you pay yourself and how past students did.

Welders join and cut metal parts with hand-held or remotely controlled equipment. Most have a high school diploma plus technical training, and some employers ask for a certification for particular jobs.1 In Arkansas, 5 of the 57 programs take students without a high school diploma, and 16 are taught partly or fully online.

See the 57 programs

How much do welding classes cost in Arkansas?

$2,273 to $7,410

is what most programs cost if you pay yourself

All 54 programs with a price: $1,880 to $16,975

Finished the program
57%
Working 6 months later
59%
Earned a year, estimated
about $28,000
Length
16 to 32 weeks

Source: US Department of Labor, program year 2024 (July 2024 to June 2025). How these figures are made

Are there free welding classes in Arkansas?

Who qualifies, and other ways to pay: financial aid, grants and the GI Bill

Welding classes in Malvern, Harrison, Fort Smith and other Arkansas cities

Choosing an area filters the list below. 15 more programs are in 10 other areas, 22 in smaller cities and towns.

All 57 welding programs in Arkansas approved for funding

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57 programs

  • Welding (associate degree)In personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding Technology GT

    Arkansas Tech University - Ozark Campus, Ozark

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Arkansas Tech University - Ozark Campus, Ozark · Welding (associate degree) · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$31,900
    Price if you pay yourself$16,894
    School website, Welding Technology GT at Arkansas Tech University - Ozark Campus
    More details about Welding Technology GT at Arkansas Tech University - Ozark Campus
    Finished
    34%
    Working at 6 months
    62%
    Earned in a quarter
    $7,968
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $2,600
    Students counted
    421
    a year, estimated
    $31,900
    price
    $16,894

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding Technology

    Arkansas Tech University - Ozark Campus, Ozark

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Arkansas Tech University - Ozark Campus, Ozark · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$30,800
    Price if you pay yourself$9,259
    School website, Welding Technology at Arkansas Tech University - Ozark Campus
    More details about Welding Technology at Arkansas Tech University - Ozark Campus
    Finished
    40%
    Working at 6 months
    65%
    Earned in a quarter
    $7,709
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $1,800
    Students counted
    227
    a year, estimated
    $30,800
    price
    $9,259

  • Welding (associate degree)In personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding Technology - AAS

    Arkansas State Univerity (Asu) - Three Rivers (Fmrly College Of Ouachitas), Malvern

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Arkansas State Univerity (Asu) - Three Rivers (Fmrly College Of Ouachitas), Malvern · Welding (associate degree) · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$33,100
    Price if you pay yourself$11,347
    Program website, Welding Technology - AAS at Arkansas State Univerity (Asu) - Three Rivers (Fmrly College Of Ouachitas)
    More details about Welding Technology - AAS at Arkansas State Univerity (Asu) - Three Rivers (Fmrly College Of Ouachitas)
    Finished
    21%
    Working at 6 months
    62%
    Earned in a quarter
    $8,280
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $2,622
    Students counted
    206
    a year, estimated
    $33,100
    price
    $11,347

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding

    NORTHWEST Technical Institute (NWTI), Springdale

    High school diploma or equivalent

    NORTHWEST Technical Institute (NWTI), Springdale · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$34,000
    Price if you pay yourselfNot reported
    School website, Welding at NORTHWEST Technical Institute (NWTI)
    More details about Welding at NORTHWEST Technical Institute (NWTI)
    Finished
    97%
    Working at 6 months
    77%
    Earned in a quarter
    $8,500
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    Not reported
    Students counted
    162
    a year, estimated
    $34,000
    price
    Not reported

  • Welding (associate degree)In personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding Technology AAS

    Uam College Of Technology, Crossett

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Uam College Of Technology, Crossett · Welding (associate degree) · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$37,700
    Price if you pay yourself$12,767
    Program website, Welding Technology AAS at Uam College Of Technology
    More details about Welding Technology AAS at Uam College Of Technology
    Finished
    80%
    Working at 6 months
    54%
    Earned in a quarter
    $9,421
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $1,928
    Students counted
    147
    a year, estimated
    $37,700
    price
    $12,767

  • Single welding processIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Gas Metal Arc Welding

    Arkansas State Univerity (Asu) - Three Rivers (Fmrly College Of Ouachitas), Malvern

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Arkansas State Univerity (Asu) - Three Rivers (Fmrly College Of Ouachitas), Malvern · Single welding process · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$20,000
    Price if you pay yourself$1,880
    Program website, Gas Metal Arc Welding at Arkansas State Univerity (Asu) - Three Rivers (Fmrly College Of Ouachitas)
    More details about Gas Metal Arc Welding at Arkansas State Univerity (Asu) - Three Rivers (Fmrly College Of Ouachitas)
    Finished
    38%
    Working at 6 months
    68%
    Earned in a quarter
    $5,001
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $655
    Students counted
    139
    a year, estimated
    $20,000
    price
    $1,880

  • Single welding processIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Shielded Metal Arc Welding - CP

    Arkansas State Univerity (Asu) - Three Rivers (Fmrly College Of Ouachitas), Malvern

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Arkansas State Univerity (Asu) - Three Rivers (Fmrly College Of Ouachitas), Malvern · Single welding process · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$22,200
    Price if you pay yourself$1,880
    Program website, Shielded Metal Arc Welding - CP at Arkansas State Univerity (Asu) - Three Rivers (Fmrly College Of Ouachitas)
    More details about Shielded Metal Arc Welding - CP at Arkansas State Univerity (Asu) - Three Rivers (Fmrly College Of Ouachitas)
    Finished
    32%
    Working at 6 months
    64%
    Earned in a quarter
    $5,545
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $655
    Students counted
    139
    a year, estimated
    $22,200
    price
    $1,880

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding

    Uam College Of Technology, Crossett

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Uam College Of Technology, Crossett · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$28,900
    Price if you pay yourself$6,264
    Program website, Welding at Uam College Of Technology
    More details about Welding at Uam College Of Technology
    Finished
    32%
    Working at 6 months
    50%
    Earned in a quarter
    $7,234
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $1,595
    Students counted
    139
    a year, estimated
    $28,900
    price
    $6,264

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding

    University of Arkansas At Monticello (UAM), Monticello

    High school diploma or equivalent

    University of Arkansas At Monticello (UAM), Monticello · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$28,900
    Price if you pay yourself$12,386
    Program website, Welding at University of Arkansas At Monticello (UAM)
    More details about Welding at University of Arkansas At Monticello (UAM)
    Finished
    33%
    Working at 6 months
    50%
    Earned in a quarter
    $7,234
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $1,546
    Students counted
    139
    a year, estimated
    $28,900
    price
    $12,386

  • Single welding processIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

    Arkansas State Univerity (Asu) - Three Rivers (Fmrly College Of Ouachitas), Malvern

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Arkansas State Univerity (Asu) - Three Rivers (Fmrly College Of Ouachitas), Malvern · Single welding process · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$20,000
    Price if you pay yourself$1,880
    Program website, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding at Arkansas State Univerity (Asu) - Three Rivers (Fmrly College Of Ouachitas)
    More details about Gas Tungsten Arc Welding at Arkansas State Univerity (Asu) - Three Rivers (Fmrly College Of Ouachitas)
    Finished
    31%
    Working at 6 months
    64%
    Earned in a quarter
    $5,001
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $655
    Students counted
    138
    a year, estimated
    $20,000
    price
    $1,880

  • Pipe weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Pipe Welding - CP

    Arkansas State Univerity (Asu) - Three Rivers (Fmrly College Of Ouachitas), Malvern

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Arkansas State Univerity (Asu) - Three Rivers (Fmrly College Of Ouachitas), Malvern · Pipe welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$20,000
    Price if you pay yourself$1,880
    Program website, Pipe Welding - CP at Arkansas State Univerity (Asu) - Three Rivers (Fmrly College Of Ouachitas)
    More details about Pipe Welding - CP at Arkansas State Univerity (Asu) - Three Rivers (Fmrly College Of Ouachitas)
    Finished
    30%
    Working at 6 months
    65%
    Earned in a quarter
    $5,001
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $655
    Students counted
    134
    a year, estimated
    $20,000
    price
    $1,880

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding Technology

    Ozarka College, Melbourne

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Ozarka College, Melbourne · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$44,600
    Price if you pay yourself$8,000
    School website, Welding Technology at Ozarka College
    More details about Welding Technology at Ozarka College
    Finished
    52%
    Working at 6 months
    61%
    Earned in a quarter
    $11,140
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    None listed
    Students counted
    116
    a year, estimated
    $44,600
    price
    $8,000

  • Welding (associate degree)HybridHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding Technology Associate of Applied Science

    Arkansas State University (Asu) - Beebe/Heber Springs, Heber Springs

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Arkansas State University (Asu) - Beebe/Heber Springs, Heber Springs · Welding (associate degree) · Hybrid · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$28,200
    Price if you pay yourself$12,935
    More details about Welding Technology Associate of Applied Science at Arkansas State University (Asu) - Beebe/Heber Springs
    Finished
    13%
    Working at 6 months
    60%
    Earned in a quarter
    $7,058
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $3,875
    Students counted
    116
    a year, estimated
    $28,200
    price
    $12,935

  • General weldingHybridHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding Technology Technical Certificate

    Arkansas State University Beebe Searcy Campus, Searcy

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Arkansas State University Beebe Searcy Campus, Searcy · General welding · Hybrid · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$20,600
    Price if you pay yourself$7,480
    More details about Welding Technology Technical Certificate at Arkansas State University Beebe Searcy Campus
    Finished
    20%
    Working at 6 months
    62%
    Earned in a quarter
    $5,161
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $2,165
    Students counted
    114
    a year, estimated
    $20,600
    price
    $7,480

  • General weldingHybridHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding Technology Technical Certificate

    Arkansas State University (Asu) - Beebe/Heber Springs, Heber Springs

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Arkansas State University (Asu) - Beebe/Heber Springs, Heber Springs · General welding · Hybrid · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$27,700
    Price if you pay yourself$7,480
    More details about Welding Technology Technical Certificate at Arkansas State University (Asu) - Beebe/Heber Springs
    Finished
    20%
    Working at 6 months
    62%
    Earned in a quarter
    $6,919
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $2,175
    Students counted
    114
    a year, estimated
    $27,700
    price
    $7,480

  • General weldingHybridHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding (Technical Certificate)

    North Arkansas College - Nac (North Campus And South Campus), Harrison

    High school diploma or equivalent

    North Arkansas College - Nac (North Campus And South Campus), Harrison · General welding · Hybrid · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$22,300
    Price if you pay yourself$5,732
    Program website, Welding (Technical Certificate) at North Arkansas College - Nac (North Campus And South Campus)
    More details about Welding (Technical Certificate) at North Arkansas College - Nac (North Campus And South Campus)
    Finished
    25%
    Working at 6 months
    30%
    Earned in a quarter
    $5,577
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $255
    Students counted
    112
    a year, estimated
    $22,300
    price
    $5,732

  • Structural weldingIn personNo diploma needed

    Structural Welding

    The Academy Of Goodwill Industries Of Arkansas, Little Rock

    No diploma needed

    The Academy Of Goodwill Industries Of Arkansas, Little Rock · Structural welding · In person · No diploma needed

    Earned a year, estimated$37,400
    Price if you pay yourself$3,775
    Program website, Structural Welding at The Academy Of Goodwill Industries Of Arkansas
    More details about Structural Welding at The Academy Of Goodwill Industries Of Arkansas
    Finished
    63%
    Working at 6 months
    47%
    Earned in a quarter
    $9,360
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    None listed
    Students counted
    108
    a year, estimated
    $37,400
    price
    $3,775

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding

    PHILLIPS COMMUNITY COLLEGE UNIV OF AR (PCCUA), Helena

    High school diploma or equivalent

    PHILLIPS COMMUNITY COLLEGE UNIV OF AR (PCCUA), Helena · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$31,400
    Price if you pay yourself$4,432
    Program website, Welding at PHILLIPS COMMUNITY COLLEGE UNIV OF AR (PCCUA)
    More details about Welding at PHILLIPS COMMUNITY COLLEGE UNIV OF AR (PCCUA)
    Finished
    39%
    Working at 6 months
    67%
    Earned in a quarter
    $7,845
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $1,292
    Students counted
    105
    a year, estimated
    $31,400
    price
    $4,432

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding Technology

    PHILLIPS Community College of the Univ. of Arkansas (PCCCUA), Stuttgart

    High school diploma or equivalent

    PHILLIPS Community College of the Univ. of Arkansas (PCCCUA), Stuttgart · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$31,400
    Price if you pay yourself$4,432
    Program website, Welding Technology at PHILLIPS Community College of the Univ. of Arkansas (PCCCUA)
    More details about Welding Technology at PHILLIPS Community College of the Univ. of Arkansas (PCCCUA)
    Finished
    39%
    Working at 6 months
    41%
    Earned in a quarter
    $7,845
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $1,292
    Students counted
    105
    a year, estimated
    $31,400
    price
    $4,432

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding CP

    BLACK River Technical College (BRTC), Paragould

    High school diploma or equivalent

    BLACK River Technical College (BRTC), Paragould · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$21,200
    Price if you pay yourself$3,012
    Program website, Welding CP at BLACK River Technical College (BRTC)
    More details about Welding CP at BLACK River Technical College (BRTC)
    Finished
    82%
    Working at 6 months
    52%
    Earned in a quarter
    $5,307
    Length
    16 weeks, 12 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $780
    Students counted
    103
    a year, estimated
    $21,200
    price
    $3,012

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding CP

    BLACK River Technical College (BRTC), Pocahontas

    High school diploma or equivalent

    BLACK River Technical College (BRTC), Pocahontas · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$21,200
    Price if you pay yourself$3,132
    School website, Welding CP at BLACK River Technical College (BRTC)
    More details about Welding CP at BLACK River Technical College (BRTC)
    Finished
    82%
    Working at 6 months
    52%
    Earned in a quarter
    $5,307
    Length
    16 weeks, 12 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $900
    Students counted
    103
    a year, estimated
    $21,200
    price
    $3,132

  • General weldingHybridHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding- CP

    Arkansas Northeastern College (Anc), Blytheville

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Arkansas Northeastern College (Anc), Blytheville · General welding · Hybrid · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$29,300
    Price if you pay yourself$2,221
    School website, Welding- CP at Arkansas Northeastern College (Anc)
    More details about Welding- CP at Arkansas Northeastern College (Anc)
    Finished
    35%
    Working at 6 months
    59%
    Earned in a quarter
    $7,330
    Length
    17 weeks, 16 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $221
    Students counted
    100
    a year, estimated
    $29,300
    price
    $2,221

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Basic Welding - CP

    University Of Arkansas Community College - Hope/Texarkana(Uaht), Hope

    High school diploma or equivalent

    University Of Arkansas Community College - Hope/Texarkana(Uaht), Hope · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$20,600
    Price if you pay yourself$2,029
    Program website, Basic Welding - CP at University Of Arkansas Community College - Hope/Texarkana(Uaht)
    More details about Basic Welding - CP at University Of Arkansas Community College - Hope/Texarkana(Uaht)
    Finished
    80%
    Working at 6 months
    43%
    Earned in a quarter
    $5,158
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $233
    Students counted
    93
    a year, estimated
    $20,600
    price
    $2,029

  • General weldingHybridHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding Technology Certificate of Proficiency

    Arkansas State University (Asu) - Beebe/Heber Springs, Heber Springs

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Arkansas State University (Asu) - Beebe/Heber Springs, Heber Springs · General welding · Hybrid · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$20,600
    Price if you pay yourself$2,550
    More details about Welding Technology Certificate of Proficiency at Arkansas State University (Asu) - Beebe/Heber Springs
    Finished
    37%
    Working at 6 months
    65%
    Earned in a quarter
    $5,161
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $300
    Students counted
    92
    a year, estimated
    $20,600
    price
    $2,550

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding Technology/Welder

    Arkansas State University (Asu) - Newport (Newport 2 Yr), Newport

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Arkansas State University (Asu) - Newport (Newport 2 Yr), Newport · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$26,600
    Price if you pay yourself$5,070
    Program website, Welding Technology/Welder at Arkansas State University (Asu) - Newport (Newport 2 Yr)
    More details about Welding Technology/Welder at Arkansas State University (Asu) - Newport (Newport 2 Yr)
    Finished
    15%
    Working at 6 months
    79%
    Earned in a quarter
    $6,647
    Length
    32 weeks, 30 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $600
    Students counted
    84
    a year, estimated
    $26,600
    price
    $5,070

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding Technology - TC

    University Of Arkansas Community College - Hope/Texarkana(Uaht), Hope

    High school diploma or equivalent

    University Of Arkansas Community College - Hope/Texarkana(Uaht), Hope · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$34,500
    Price if you pay yourself$5,490
    Program website, Welding Technology - TC at University Of Arkansas Community College - Hope/Texarkana(Uaht)
    More details about Welding Technology - TC at University Of Arkansas Community College - Hope/Texarkana(Uaht)
    Finished
    45%
    Working at 6 months
    48%
    Earned in a quarter
    $8,621
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $674
    Students counted
    83
    a year, estimated
    $34,500
    price
    $5,490

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding TC

    BLACK River Technical College (BRTC), Paragould

    High school diploma or equivalent

    BLACK River Technical College (BRTC), Paragould · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$27,000
    Price if you pay yourself$7,170
    Program website, Welding TC at BLACK River Technical College (BRTC)
    More details about Welding TC at BLACK River Technical College (BRTC)
    Finished
    63%
    Working at 6 months
    59%
    Earned in a quarter
    $6,744
    Length
    32 weeks, 30 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $1,560
    Students counted
    81
    a year, estimated
    $27,000
    price
    $7,170

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding TC

    BLACK River Technical College (BRTC), Pocahontas

    High school diploma or equivalent

    BLACK River Technical College (BRTC), Pocahontas · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$27,000
    Price if you pay yourself$7,410
    School website, Welding TC at BLACK River Technical College (BRTC)
    More details about Welding TC at BLACK River Technical College (BRTC)
    Finished
    63%
    Working at 6 months
    59%
    Earned in a quarter
    $6,744
    Length
    32 weeks, 30 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $1,800
    Students counted
    81
    a year, estimated
    $27,000
    price
    $7,410

  • Single welding processHybridHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) - (Certificate of Proficiency)

    North Arkansas College - Nac (North Campus And South Campus), Harrison

    High school diploma or equivalent

    North Arkansas College - Nac (North Campus And South Campus), Harrison · Single welding process · Hybrid · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$27,200
    Price if you pay yourself$2,417
    Program website, Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) - (Certificate of Proficiency) at North Arkansas College - Nac (North Campus And South Campus)
    More details about Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) - (Certificate of Proficiency) at North Arkansas College - Nac (North Campus And South Campus)
    Finished
    53%
    Working at 6 months
    38%
    Earned in a quarter
    $6,796
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $204
    Students counted
    79
    a year, estimated
    $27,200
    price
    $2,417

  • General weldingHybridHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding Application & Procedures (Cert of Proficiency)

    North Arkansas College - Nac (North Campus And South Campus), Harrison

    High school diploma or equivalent

    North Arkansas College - Nac (North Campus And South Campus), Harrison · General welding · Hybrid · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$29,900
    Price if you pay yourself$2,236
    Program website, Welding Application & Procedures (Cert of Proficiency) at North Arkansas College - Nac (North Campus And South Campus)
    More details about Welding Application & Procedures (Cert of Proficiency) at North Arkansas College - Nac (North Campus And South Campus)
    Finished
    90%
    Working at 6 months
    48%
    Earned in a quarter
    $7,478
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $204
    Students counted
    78
    a year, estimated
    $29,900
    price
    $2,236

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding - TC

    East Arkansas Community College (Eacc), Forrest City

    High school diploma or equivalent

    East Arkansas Community College (Eacc), Forrest City · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$20,400
    Price if you pay yourself$5,470
    Program website, Welding - TC at East Arkansas Community College (Eacc)
    More details about Welding - TC at East Arkansas Community College (Eacc)
    Finished
    53%
    Working at 6 months
    49%
    Earned in a quarter
    $5,099
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $400
    Students counted
    72
    a year, estimated
    $20,400
    price
    $5,470

  • Structural weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Structural Welding

    The Academy - NWA, Springdale

    High school diploma or equivalent

    The Academy - NWA, Springdale · Structural welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$3,775
    Program website, Structural Welding at The Academy - NWA
    More details about Structural Welding at The Academy - NWA
    Finished
    80%
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    None listed
    Students counted
    71
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $3,775

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding Technology (TC)

    National Park College (Npc), Hot Springs

    High school diploma or equivalent

    National Park College (Npc), Hot Springs · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$39,500
    Price if you pay yourself$9,150
    Program website, Welding Technology (TC) at National Park College (Npc)
    More details about Welding Technology (TC) at National Park College (Npc)
    Finished
    38%
    Working at 6 months
    47%
    Earned in a quarter
    $9,885
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $650
    Students counted
    69
    a year, estimated
    $39,500
    price
    $9,150

  • Welding (associate degree)HybridHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Associate of Applied Science in Welding

    Arkansas State University-Mountain Home (ASUMH), Mountain Home

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Arkansas State University-Mountain Home (ASUMH), Mountain Home · Welding (associate degree) · Hybrid · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$37,800
    Price if you pay yourself$12,130
    School website, Associate of Applied Science in Welding at Arkansas State University-Mountain Home (ASUMH)
    More details about Associate of Applied Science in Welding at Arkansas State University-Mountain Home (ASUMH)
    Finished
    31%
    Working at 6 months
    73%
    Earned in a quarter
    $9,446
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $4,210
    Students counted
    69
    a year, estimated
    $37,800
    price
    $12,130

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding CP

    Uam College Of Technology, Crossett

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Uam College Of Technology, Crossett · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$23,600
    Price if you pay yourself$1,889
    Program website, Welding CP at Uam College Of Technology
    More details about Welding CP at Uam College Of Technology
    Finished
    96%
    Working at 6 months
    40%
    Earned in a quarter
    $5,910
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $536
    Students counted
    67
    a year, estimated
    $23,600
    price
    $1,889

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding

    Southern Arkansas University (SAU) Tech, Camden

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Southern Arkansas University (SAU) Tech, Camden · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$45,400
    Price if you pay yourself$12,330
    Program website, Welding at Southern Arkansas University (SAU) Tech
    More details about Welding at Southern Arkansas University (SAU) Tech
    Finished
    91%
    Working at 6 months
    42%
    Earned in a quarter
    $11,342
    Length
    30 weeks, 30 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    None listed
    Students counted
    62
    a year, estimated
    $45,400
    price
    $12,330

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Construction Welding - CP

    University Of Arkansas Community College - Hope/Texarkana(Uaht), Hope

    High school diploma or equivalent

    University Of Arkansas Community College - Hope/Texarkana(Uaht), Hope · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$25,600
    Price if you pay yourself$2,548
    Program website, Construction Welding - CP at University Of Arkansas Community College - Hope/Texarkana(Uaht)
    More details about Construction Welding - CP at University Of Arkansas Community College - Hope/Texarkana(Uaht)
    Finished
    81%
    Working at 6 months
    45%
    Earned in a quarter
    $6,404
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $302
    Students counted
    60
    a year, estimated
    $25,600
    price
    $2,548

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding

    Arkansas State University (Asu) - Newport (Jonesboro 2 Yr), Jonesboro

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Arkansas State University (Asu) - Newport (Jonesboro 2 Yr), Jonesboro · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$28,800
    Price if you pay yourself$4,770
    Program website, Welding at Arkansas State University (Asu) - Newport (Jonesboro 2 Yr)
    More details about Welding at Arkansas State University (Asu) - Newport (Jonesboro 2 Yr)
    Finished
    32%
    Working at 6 months
    73%
    Earned in a quarter
    $7,206
    Length
    32 weeks, 30 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $600
    Students counted
    55
    a year, estimated
    $28,800
    price
    $4,770

  • Single welding processHybridNo diploma needed

    Gmaw/Fcaw

    American Welding Laboratories, Fort Smith

    No diploma needed

    American Welding Laboratories, Fort Smith · Single welding process · Hybrid · No diploma needed

    Earned a year, estimated$37,600
    Price if you pay yourself$5,492
    Program website, Gmaw/Fcaw at American Welding Laboratories
    More details about Gmaw/Fcaw at American Welding Laboratories
    Finished
    100%
    Working at 6 months
    75%
    Earned in a quarter
    $9,394
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $1,877
    Students counted
    53
    a year, estimated
    $37,600
    price
    $5,492

  • General weldingHybridHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding TC

    Arkansas Northeastern College (Anc), Blytheville

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Arkansas Northeastern College (Anc), Blytheville · General welding · Hybrid · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$29,000
    Price if you pay yourself$5,338
    School website, Welding TC at Arkansas Northeastern College (Anc)
    More details about Welding TC at Arkansas Northeastern College (Anc)
    Finished
    58%
    Working at 6 months
    63%
    Earned in a quarter
    $7,245
    Length
    34 weeks, 31 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $1,793
    Students counted
    42
    a year, estimated
    $29,000
    price
    $5,338

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Certificate of Proficiency Welding

    Univ of Arkansas Community College - Batesville (UACCB), Batesville

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Univ of Arkansas Community College - Batesville (UACCB), Batesville · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$30,100
    Price if you pay yourself$1,892
    Program website, Certificate of Proficiency Welding at Univ of Arkansas Community College - Batesville (UACCB)
    More details about Certificate of Proficiency Welding at Univ of Arkansas Community College - Batesville (UACCB)
    Finished
    80%
    Working at 6 months
    77%
    Earned in a quarter
    $7,526
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $510
    Students counted
    38
    a year, estimated
    $30,100
    price
    $1,892

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding CP

    Black River Technical College (BRTC), Piggott

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Black River Technical College (BRTC), Piggott · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$17,000
    Price if you pay yourself$3,132
    School website, Welding CP at Black River Technical College (BRTC)
    More details about Welding CP at Black River Technical College (BRTC)
    Finished
    100%
    Working at 6 months
    56%
    Earned in a quarter
    $4,255
    Length
    16 weeks, 12 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $900
    Students counted
    30
    a year, estimated
    $17,000
    price
    $3,132

  • General weldingIn personNo diploma needed

    Certificate of Proficiency in Welding

    University Of Arkansas Community College - Rich Mountain (Uaccrm), Mena

    No diploma needed

    University Of Arkansas Community College - Rich Mountain (Uaccrm), Mena · General welding · In person · No diploma needed

    Earned a year, estimated$15,400
    Price if you pay yourselfNot reported
    Program website, Certificate of Proficiency in Welding at University Of Arkansas Community College - Rich Mountain (Uaccrm)
    More details about Certificate of Proficiency in Welding at University Of Arkansas Community College - Rich Mountain (Uaccrm)
    Finished
    100%
    Working at 6 months
    67%
    Earned in a quarter
    $3,844
    Length
    32 weeks, 14 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    Not reported
    Students counted
    29
    a year, estimated
    $15,400
    price
    Not reported

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Technical Certificate Welding Technology

    Univ of Arkansas Community College - Batesville (UACCB), Batesville

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Univ of Arkansas Community College - Batesville (UACCB), Batesville · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$12,100
    Price if you pay yourself$3,750
    School website, Technical Certificate Welding Technology at Univ of Arkansas Community College - Batesville (UACCB)
    More details about Technical Certificate Welding Technology at Univ of Arkansas Community College - Batesville (UACCB)
    Finished
    70%
    Working at 6 months
    82%
    Earned in a quarter
    $3,018
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $810
    Students counted
    26
    a year, estimated
    $12,100
    price
    $3,750

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding - CP

    East Arkansas Community College (Eacc), Forrest City

    High school diploma or equivalent

    East Arkansas Community College (Eacc), Forrest City · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$15,500
    Price if you pay yourself$1,993
    Program website, Welding - CP at East Arkansas Community College (Eacc)
    More details about Welding - CP at East Arkansas Community College (Eacc)
    Finished
    96%
    Working at 6 months
    40%
    Earned in a quarter
    $3,869
    Length
    15 weeks, 9 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    None listed
    Students counted
    24
    a year, estimated
    $15,500
    price
    $1,993

  • Single welding processHybridHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) (Cert of Proficiency)

    North Arkansas College - Nac (North Campus And South Campus), Harrison

    High school diploma or equivalent

    North Arkansas College - Nac (North Campus And South Campus), Harrison · Single welding process · Hybrid · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$19,500
    Price if you pay yourself$2,236
    Program website, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) (Cert of Proficiency) at North Arkansas College - Nac (North Campus And South Campus)
    More details about Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) (Cert of Proficiency) at North Arkansas College - Nac (North Campus And South Campus)
    Finished
    82%
    Working at 6 months
    44%
    Earned in a quarter
    $4,880
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $204
    Students counted
    24
    a year, estimated
    $19,500
    price
    $2,236

  • Single welding processIn personPrerequisite courses

    GTAW

    American Welding Laboratories, Fort Smith

    Prerequisite courses

    American Welding Laboratories, Fort Smith · Single welding process · In person · Prerequisite courses

    Earned a year, estimated$37,000
    Price if you pay yourself$5,985
    Program website, GTAW at American Welding Laboratories
    More details about GTAW at American Welding Laboratories
    Finished
    92%
    Working at 6 months
    83%
    Earned in a quarter
    $9,241
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $2,061
    Students counted
    24
    a year, estimated
    $37,000
    price
    $5,985

  • Single welding processHybridNo diploma needed

    SMAW

    American Welding Laboratories, Fort Smith

    No diploma needed

    American Welding Laboratories, Fort Smith · Single welding process · Hybrid · No diploma needed

    Earned a year, estimated$34,200
    Price if you pay yourself$5,467
    Program website, SMAW at American Welding Laboratories
    More details about SMAW at American Welding Laboratories
    Finished
    80%
    Working at 6 months
    89%
    Earned in a quarter
    $8,554
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $2,250
    Students counted
    23
    a year, estimated
    $34,200
    price
    $5,467

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding Technology - TC

    SOUTH ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE (SACC) - EAST & WEST El Dorado, El Dorado

    High school diploma or equivalent

    SOUTH ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE (SACC) - EAST & WEST El Dorado, El Dorado · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$33,400
    Price if you pay yourself$6,900
    Program website, Welding Technology - TC at SOUTH ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE (SACC) - EAST & WEST El Dorado
    More details about Welding Technology - TC at SOUTH ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE (SACC) - EAST & WEST El Dorado
    Finished
    57%
    Working at 6 months
    58%
    Earned in a quarter
    $8,341
    Length
    30 weeks, 35 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $1,000
    Students counted
    23
    a year, estimated
    $33,400
    price
    $6,900

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding TC

    Black River Technical College (BRTC), Piggott

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Black River Technical College (BRTC), Piggott · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$27,000
    Price if you pay yourself$7,410
    Program website, Welding TC at Black River Technical College (BRTC)
    More details about Welding TC at Black River Technical College (BRTC)
    Finished
    58%
    Working at 6 months
    76%
    Earned in a quarter
    $6,744
    Length
    32 weeks, 30 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $1,800
    Students counted
    21
    a year, estimated
    $27,000
    price
    $7,410

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Technical Certificate in Welding

    University Of Arkansas Community College - Rich Mountain (Uaccrm), Mena

    High school diploma or equivalent

    University Of Arkansas Community College - Rich Mountain (Uaccrm), Mena · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$18,200
    Price if you pay yourself$2,116
    School website, Technical Certificate in Welding at University Of Arkansas Community College - Rich Mountain (Uaccrm)
    More details about Technical Certificate in Welding at University Of Arkansas Community College - Rich Mountain (Uaccrm)
    Finished
    75%
    Working at 6 months
    55%
    Earned in a quarter
    $4,543
    Length
    2 weeks, 30 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $740
    Students counted
    11
    a year, estimated
    $18,200
    price
    $2,116

  • General weldingHybridHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Certification Welding (Certificate of Proficiency)

    North Arkansas College - Nac (North Campus And South Campus), Harrison

    High school diploma or equivalent

    North Arkansas College - Nac (North Campus And South Campus), Harrison · General welding · Hybrid · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$1,940
    Program website, Certification Welding (Certificate of Proficiency) at North Arkansas College - Nac (North Campus And South Campus)
    More details about Certification Welding (Certificate of Proficiency) at North Arkansas College - Nac (North Campus And South Campus)
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $130
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $1,940

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding Technology

    Southern Arkansas University (SAU) Tech, Camden

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Southern Arkansas University (SAU) Tech, Camden · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$2,065
    Program website, Welding Technology at Southern Arkansas University (SAU) Tech
    More details about Welding Technology at Southern Arkansas University (SAU) Tech
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    45 weeks, 9 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $400
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $2,065

  • General weldingIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Manufacturing Welding

    Arkansas State University (Asu) - Newport (Jonesboro 2 Yr), Jonesboro

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Arkansas State University (Asu) - Newport (Jonesboro 2 Yr), Jonesboro · General welding · In person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$2,385
    Program website, Manufacturing Welding at Arkansas State University (Asu) - Newport (Jonesboro 2 Yr)
    More details about Manufacturing Welding at Arkansas State University (Asu) - Newport (Jonesboro 2 Yr)
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    16 weeks, 12 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $240
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $2,385

  • General weldingHybridHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding Technology/Welder

    Arkansas State University Beebe Searcy Campus, Searcy

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Arkansas State University Beebe Searcy Campus, Searcy · General welding · Hybrid · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$2,460
    More details about Welding Technology/Welder at Arkansas State University Beebe Searcy Campus
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $210
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $2,460

  • Pipe weldingIn personNo diploma needed

    Combo Pipe

    American Welding Laboratories, Fort Smith

    No diploma needed

    American Welding Laboratories, Fort Smith · Pipe welding · In person · No diploma needed

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$16,975
    Program website, Combo Pipe at American Welding Laboratories
    More details about Combo Pipe at American Welding Laboratories
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    $6,723
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $16,975

  • General weldingHybridHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Welding Technology/Welder

    National Apprenticeship Training Foundation (NATF), Arkadelphia

    High school diploma or equivalent

    National Apprenticeship Training Foundation (NATF), Arkadelphia · General welding · Hybrid · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourselfNot reported
    School website, Welding Technology/Welder at National Apprenticeship Training Foundation (NATF)
    More details about Welding Technology/Welder at National Apprenticeship Training Foundation (NATF)
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    Not reported
    Cost of supplies
    Not reported
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    Not reported

How to pay for welding classes in Arkansas

Workforce funding can pay for welding classes in Arkansas

Every program on this page is approved for public workforce funding, the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. It can pay for training for eligible adults, people who lost their job and young people.2People on public assistance, with a low income or lacking basic skills come first, and veterans have priority.3

Ask at an American Job Center

Eligibility rules apply, and services vary from state to state. Your local American Job Center can tell you whether you qualify. The Department of Labor's page links to the center finder, or call 1-877-US-2JOBS (1-877-872-5627).4

Financial aid and grants for welding classes

Most students can get federal student aid for college, career school or trade school. A Federal Pell Grant, unlike a loan, usually doesn't have to be repaid. Ask the school whether its program qualifies.56

GI Bill for welding classes

Veterans, service members and qualified dependents can use GI Bill benefits for non-college training programs.7

The program list does not show which programs accept these. Ask the school.

Where the Arkansas welding program numbers come from

Which Arkansas welding programs are on this list?

These are the welding programs Arkansas approved for public workforce funding (the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act), as reported to the US Department of Labor for program year 2024 (July 2024 to June 2025). The list covers programs approved as of June 30, 2025. Schools that never applied for approval are missing, so this is a part of what Arkansas offers.

How Arkansas welding program prices are reported

The price is tuition and required fees for someone paying without workforce funding, as the school reported it. Prices under $100 are treated as not reported, because the file holds many blanks entered as $0. Check the current price with the school.

What the graduate results of these programs measure

The figures at the top of this page are the middle program among those that report results: half did better, half did worse. Results describe students who left each program in recent years: the share who finished, the share working in the second quarter after leaving, and the middle earnings of those working in that quarter. States report earnings for that one quarter because they take them from the wage reports employers file every three months. The yearly figure here is that quarter times four, rounded to the nearest $100: an estimate, and an early one, since it is measured about half a year after training. The quarter as reported is under "More details" on each program. Results are withheld for small programs, and they describe past students, so they are no guarantee.

Why do some welding programs say "Not reported"?

Where a school or the state left a field empty, or the Department of Labor withheld it, the page says "Not reported". Nothing here is estimated to fill a gap.

Why the kind of school is left off each program

The file also records whether a school is public, private or nonprofit, but those entries are wrong too often to print next to a school's name, so this page leaves them out.

Sources for the facts about welding classes in Arkansas

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  1. US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook: Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
  2. US Department of Labor, TrainingProviderResults.gov: About This Site
  3. US Department of Labor: WIOA Adult Program
  4. US Department of Labor: American Job Centers
  5. US Department of Education, Federal Student Aid: Eligibility for Federal Student Aid
  6. US Department of Education, Federal Student Aid: Don't Miss Out on Federal Pell Grants
  7. US Department of Veterans Affairs: GI Bill benefits for non-college degree programs