How much is welding school?

You can expect to spend some money on these essential welding items when attending welding schools or training programs:

• Safety glasses and a welding helmet

• A ball-peen hammer or a chipping hammer

• A wire brush

• A welding jacket

• A tape measure

• A MIG pliers

• Soapstone

Here are some other expenses to keep in mind regarding welding school:

• Testing fees

Testing fees such as certification testing fees might also be a requirement depending on which welding school route you choose. The testing fees range from $300 to $550 per exam and might also be charged independently from the main tuition fees.

• Application fees

This is a fee that almost all welding schools charge, and you can expect to spend an average of $125 for an application.

• Housing and Food

If you live far from the welding school you choose, you might have to pay more for food, rent, transportation, and other living expenses. Depending on the program you enroll in and the school location, you might spend anywhere between $500 and $10,000 on these expenses. Housing on its own can cost you around $4,000 or above.

• Books and Welding Equipment

The average expenses on books can be around $220, while safety and welding equipment normally runs between $500 and $1,500. This might also depend on the various equipment that your school provides you with, and the particular welding program you are enrolled in.