C
Average
Score: 53/100

Arkansas Welding Academy

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076
ℹ️
Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 80%
Outcomes
B+
74/100
Affordability
D
43/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
D
33/100

Quick Stats

74
Total Enrollment
80%
Graduation Rate
96%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

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  • Avg home value near campus: $174,179
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,154/mo

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

90%
Receive Any Aid
83%
Receive Pell Grants
90%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Welding Technology/Welder 67 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Arkansas Welding Academy's top programs commonly pursue.

Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs

Student Demographics

74
Total Students
9%
Women
64%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 61%
Hispanic 8%
Black 19%
Two or More 8%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 64%
25-64 (Adult) 35%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Arkansas Welding Academy?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Arkansas Welding Academy?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Arkansas Welding Academy?
The graduation rate at Arkansas Welding Academy is 80%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Arkansas Welding Academy a good school?
Arkansas Welding Academy has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Arkansas Welding Academy?
Arkansas Welding Academy has a total enrollment of 74 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology