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BUILDING A STRONGER AMERICA
Financial Aid
4 Funding Options
Financing
Your Future
Your Future
UPFRONT PAYMENT
Pay full tuition before starting school using cash, 529 accounts or education savings.
No interest or fees
No ongoing commitments
Lowest cost option
PRIVATE LOANS
Apply in minutes to see if you qualify for a partial or full private loan with our partners
Spread payments over time
Defer payments after school
Low upfront commitment
PRIVATE LOANS
- Loans up to full tuition less deposit
- Up to 5-year terms
- Loan deferment options
- Discounts for autopay payments
Contact:
Tel: (877) 279-2614
Email: bootcamphelp@ascentfunding.com
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- Loans up to full tuition less deposit
- Up to 5-year terms
- Loan deferment options
- Discounts for autopay payments
Contact:
Tel: (888) 510-0533
Email: hello@climbcredit.com
Make payments in school or defer payments
Apply in under 3 minutes.
Competitive interest rates
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships and grants are available, but it’s up to you to apply. We’re here to help guide you.
Speak to a Western Welding Academy representative to get a list of available scholarships!
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WIOA GRANTS
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act grant provides up to $10K+ of financial assistance for career training, and welding is a high-demand trade eligible for funding. Each state has significant grant money set aside.
FInd American Job Center
Find your local American Job Center (AJC): Click Here to find one near you
1
Schedule Session
Schedule an orientation session with an AJC counselor
2
Submit
Application
Complete the WIOA application
3
Create IEP
Develop an Individual Employment Plan (IEP)
4
Get Approval
Secure approval and funding
5
Finalize Enrollment
Finalize enrollment at Western Welding Academy
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Questions? We’ve Got Answers.
Can I combine multiple financial aid options?
What should I do if I have no or a low credit score?
Does Western Welding Academy offer federal loans (FAFSA) or GI Bill?
Does Western Welding Academy offer scholarships?
What should I do if I am denied from Ascent or Climb Credit?
Are there scholarships specifically for active or former military members?
What is Western Welding Academy’s refund policy?
When should I apply for private student loans or scholarships?
Western Welding Academy is the only pipe welding school in the country that is solely owned and operated by real pipeline/pipe welders. At WWA we have the most elite, highest skilled welders in the world teaching students how to weld pipe.