Overview
Founded in 1930 in Troy, Ohio, the Hobart Institute of Welding Technology grew out of the Hobart Brothers Company's need to train skilled welders and has since become one of the most respected independent welding education institutions in the United States. HIWT is renowned for its rigorous, hands-on training programs, its role as an American Welding Society (AWS) accredited testing facility, and its long history of producing certified welders, inspectors, and educators who serve industries ranging from manufacturing to construction and energy. The institute is not a traditional degree-granting university but a specialized technical trade school focused entirely on welding and related metal-joining technologies.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Troy, Ohio |
| Founded | 1930 |
| Total students | 1,200 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 12:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 85% |
| Graduation rate | 80% |
| Average starting salary | $48,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $18,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $18,000 |
| Room & board | $6,000 |
| Average financial aid | $5,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 60% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | N/A |
| Regular deadline | Rolling |
Top Programs
- Professional Welder Training
- Welding Inspection
- Welding Engineering Technology
- Welding Instructor Training
- Certified Welding Educator Program
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.