Admissions
Thank you for your interest in Arkansas Elite Welding Academy. Students leave our programs with the skills, knowledge, and experience they need to find high-paying, in-demand welding jobs across the country.
Are you ready to BE ELITE?
Arkansas Elite Welding Academy Admission Requirements​
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Be at least 17 years old at the time of a program start date and at least 18 years old by the time of a program end date.
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Be a high school graduate or have earned a GED certificate. Submission of a copy of a student’s high school transcript or GED certificate is required to complete a student’s enrollment file and must be submitted before the program start date.
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Be able to read, write, and understand English.
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Welding is a physically demanding career, and Arkansas Elite runs its training programs as a job site which means your training is physically demanding. It is recommended that all new students have seen their primary care physician for a physical and have had a recent eye exam. Please note that welding in contact lenses is prohibited. If you need corrective lenses, you must wear glasses. Please note that while physical handicaps do not preclude a student from admission to the school, individuals with physical handicaps should consult with their physician and Arkansas Elite to determine if the training requirements can be accomplished.
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A successful student at Arkansas Elite Welding Academy is one that is highly motivated, has a growth mindset, is not afraid of hard work, is disciplined, and desires the financial and occupational freedom that the welding trade can bring.
Enrolling at Arkansas Elite
To enroll, click the “Enroll Now” button and complete the online enrollment form. Once the online form is submitted, a payment screen will come up for you to pay your initial payment of $250. This $250 payment includes a $100 non-refundable registration fee and a refundable $150 tuition deposit. The registration fee and tuition deposit is required at the time of enrollment.
For assistance with your enrollment form, selecting a start date, or any other questions, please contact Arkansas Elite at 1-833-354-8310.
2026 Program Start and End Dates
Start: February 10, 2026
End: July 2, 2026
Start: August 10, 2026
End: January 28, 2027
2026 Holiday Schedule
January 1 – 5: New Year’s Holiday
March 20 – 30: Spring Break
July 3 – August 7: Summer Break
September 4 – 7: Labor Day Holiday
November 13 – 27: Thanksgiving Break
December 18 – January 8: Christmas and New Year’s Holidays