Welding Technology Program Facts

Student Performance and Achievement Information

Average 1st Year Salary	Average Mean Salary
$53,751	$49,820

Source: US Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment Wage Estimates Missouri

Graduate Status – Since 2011
Total Placement 99%
Related to Education 87%
Career Placement 78%
Source: State Tech’s 180 Day Follow-Up Report

Program Graduation Rate: 70%
Based on Fall 2020 cohort

Program Retention Rate: 74%
Based on Fall 2022 – Fall 2023 cohort

Mean Grade Point Average: 3.456
Based on 2023 graduates

Average Years to Complete Degree: 2 years

Average Program Tuition Expenses: $31,706
Based on 2024-2025 Academic Year

Availability of Awards/Scholarships: To view a list of all the available awards/scholarships, click HERE.

Certifications:
AWS SENSE Level I Entry Welder certification
AWS SENSE Level II Advanced Welder certification

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