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Financial Aid & Scholarships for Welder Training

Private Student Loans

Though continuing education students are not eligible to borrow Federal Direct Loans, they are eligible to borrow many private student loans. You may borrow private loans from any lender you choose that will cover continuing education (noncredit) courses.
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Borrowing costs vary between programs and institutions. You will need to investigate the costs and choose the program that is right for you.
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​FINAID.org offers a loan analyzer that helps students compare borrowing costs from an extensive list of private loan companies.
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financial assistance

If you require financial assistance, there are several options available to you based on eligibility. Our partners at AACC can assist you with additional information. 
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WELDING SCHOLARSHIPS

Here at Earlbeck we're always excited to share any and all financial aid or scholarship opportunities we come across that are geared towards those looking to forge a path in the skilled trades! The list below is a selection of potentially available opportunities but to view  the most current selection, check out the "Financial Aid & Scholarships" category over on our blog!

Currently running OPPOrtunities:

AACC Full tuition scholarship
Eileen Blob Memorial Scholarship

Eileen BloB Scholarship

Earlbeck established this memorial scholarship as a tribute to Eileen. Applications are open from April 1st to May 23rd every year and awardees will receive free tuition for Fundamentals of Welding and an Intermediate (MIG/TIG/Stick) of their choice. By investing in your education and future, we hope to honor Eileen's memory and reflect the positive impact she had on so many lives!
apply for EBM scholarship

CCBC OPPORTUNITIES

CCBC often can assist with or cover the costs of your education if you are a resident of Baltimore County. Check CCBC's website below to see what current programs are available.
CCBC Scholarships

Mike Rowe Works 

Scholarship opportunities are also available through mikeroweWORKS Foundation. A million dollars in work ethic scholarships are available to hard working men and women to help train the next generation of skilled workers. 
Apply for Works Scholarship

Incumbent worker training program

Through the EARN Maryland grant, MD MEP is offering funds to offset the cost of training. Funding is reimbursement-based and can cover up to 50% of training cost with a cap of $10K per company/year.
Apply for the IWP

​AACC cewd Scholarships

Through AACC, the School of Continuing Education and Workforce Development (CEWD) awards scholarships to qualifying students. Scholarship funds may pay a certain amount of total tuition and fees for courses within approved certificate programs, as listed on the scholarship application. Scholarships will be awarded as funds are available. Funds are limited, so students are encouraged to apply early.
apply for a cewd scholarship

AWS Scholarship

This scholarship is available through the American Welding Society to provide funds to students seeking welder training less than 2 years in length through a trade school, community college, or other facility providing welder. 
Apply for AWS Foundation Scholarship

SPARKFORCE

SparkForce, the FMA Foundation provides scholarships up to $2,000 for students pursuing a certificate or degree program that will lead to manufacturing careers.
Apply for SPARKFORCE

WEDnetPA Program

WEDnetPA provides resources needed to train new employees or retrain existing workers. Training funds available up to $2,000 per eligible employee (not to exceed $100,000 per company).
Apply for the Wednetpa program

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Baltimore, MD

​8204 Pulaski Hwy
Baltimore, MD 21237

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Welding Supply & Gas Showroom
Hours: Mon- Fri 7:30 AM - 5PM
Phone: (410) 687-8400
Fax: (410) 687-1394

Welder Training & Testing Center
Phone: (410) 687-8400

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Beltsville, MD

10792 Tucker St
Beltsville, MD 20705
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Welding Supply & Gas Showroom
Hours: Mon-Fri  7:30AM - 4:30PM
Phone: (301) 937-8884
​Fax: (301) 937-1811

The College of Southern Maryland's Center for Trades and Energy  Training 
6170 Hughesville Station Place
​Hughesville, MD 20637

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Welder Training & Testing Center
​Phone: (410) 687-8400

York, PA

​95 Aberdeen Rd
York, PA 17406

Welding Supply & Gas Showroom
Hours: Mon-Fri  7:30AM - 4:30PM
Phone: (717) 916-6611
​Fax: (717) 764-1281

Welder Training & Testing Center
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Phone: (410) 687-8400

AACC Clauson Center for Innovation and Skilled Trades

101 College Parkway
Arnold, MD 21012

​Welder Training & Testing Center
​Phone: (410) 687-8400
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Scranton, PA

4961 Birney Ave
Scranton, PA 18507

Welding Supply & Gas Showroom
Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30AM - 5:00PM
Phone: (570) 457-8954

Scranton, PA at Johnson College
3427 N Main Ave
Scranton, PA 18508

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Welder Training & Testing Center
​Phone: (410) 687-8400

​Phone: (443) 868-1162

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      • THEO Laser Welding >
        • Request Your Demo
      • Fronius Welding Products
    • Free Welding Productivity Analysis
    • Welder Rentals & Repairs
    • Weld Engineering
    • Machine Tools
    • Welding & Cutting Automation >
      • CN-Seamless
      • APT MOD-WELD Cobots
  • Gases
    • Free Gas Application Analysis
    • Industrial & Welding Gases
    • Medical Gases
    • Bulk & Microbulk Gas
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    • Program Overview >
      • Fundamentals of Welding
      • Blueprint
      • Intermediate Welding >
        • Intermediate Stick
        • Intermediate TIG
        • Intermediate MIG
      • Advanced Welding >
        • Advanced Stick
        • Advanced TIG
        • Advanced MIG
      • Welding Basics
      • Custom Classes & Open Practice Time
    • Pricing & Class Schedule
    • How to Register
    • Tour Our Facility
    • Why Earlbeck Technical Center
    • On Site Training
    • Frequently Asked Questions >
      • Are student loans, financial aid, or scholarships available?
      • How long does it take to complete the program?
      • What should I bring for my first day of class?
      • Where can I find information about weather related closures or delays?
      • Do you offer job placement?
      • How Much Money does a Welder Make?
      • What is the Job Outlook for Welders?
    • Eileen Blob Scholarship
  • Weld Testing
    • Welder Certification
    • Schedule Your Test
    • Send In Weld Testing
    • AWS D1.1 Send in Test Kits
    • Frequently Asked Questions >
      • How much does a welding certification cost?
      • How do I become qualified for bridge work?
      • Does a Welding Certification Expire?
      • What is an ATF Test?
      • What Welding Certification Do I Need?
      • Why Should I Become a Certified Welder?
  • Welding 101 Blog
  • Locations & Contacts
    • Baltimore, MD
    • Beltsville, MD
    • York, PA
    • Scranton, PA
    • Southern MD Welding School
    • Scranton PA Welding School
    • Arnold MD Welding School
  • More...
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