Modern Welding School
Modern Welding School is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Schenectady, NY. It offers 2 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (7/1/1984 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Modern Welding School is Welding Technology/Welder and the 2025 tuition and fees is $18,100. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Welding Technology/Welder programs ($10,695). The length of the program is 900 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 8 months.
The following table shows the 2 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Modern Welding School.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Welding Technology/Welder | $18,100 | $2,700 | 900 Hours | 8 Months | $10,695 |
| 2 | Welding Technology/Welder | $13,300 | $2,584 | 665 Hours | 11 Months | $10,695 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 58 students attended Modern Welding School in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 3 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 1 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 8 (full-time) and 2 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Modern Welding School is 94% and the retention rate is 90% at the school.
| Student Population | 58 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 94% |
| Number of Faculty | 4 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 15 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Modern Welding School is $18,100
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
59% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $6,228 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $18,100 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,700 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $4,260 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $3,750 |
| Average Financial Amount | $6,228 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Modern Welding School offers 2 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 81 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 1 | 0 | 15 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Total | 2 | 0 | 81 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Modern Welding School are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 81 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 15 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 66 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 15 completers |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 15 |
| Total | 15 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 66 completers |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 66 |
| Total | 66 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 58 students have enrolled into Modern Welding School. By gender, 50 male and 8 female students are attending the school.
There are 54 White (93.10%), 2 Black/African American (3.45%), 1 Hispanic (1.72%), and 2 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 58 | 50 | 8 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Hispanic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 54 | 47 | 7 |
| Two More | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 1842 State St, Schenectady, NY
- 518-374-1216
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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