High School Welding Competition

Yes, you need to register to compete in the High School Welding Competition. You can fill out this form or call your local DTC campus and ask to speak to a High School Representative. You can also contact a High School Representative directly using the contact information listed at the bottom of the page.

Yes, you need to register at least 1 week prior to the High School Welding Competition. You can fill out this form or call your local DTC campus and ask to speak to a High School Representative. You can also contact a High School Representative directly using the contact information listed at the bottom of the page.

• Registration begins at 7 a.m. and the competition will begin promptly at 8 a.m.
• You’ll complete a timed welding project that will be judged by a panel of DTC welding faculty and staff
• Your friends & family are invited to watch you compete and enjoy a day of excitment and fun
• There will be raffles for welding gear and other items donated by local vendors
• Food and/or beverages will be provided
• You and your guests are welcome to take a campus tour led by a High School Representative who can answer any questions you have about DTC & the enrollment process
• The competiton will conclude with an awards ceremony announcing the scholarship winners

In 2026, Delta Technical College awarded a total of $59,500 in scholarships to Memphis and Jackson area high school seniors.

The first prize winner of the competition earns a $5,000 scholarship to DTC and a $1,000 donation to help fund their high school’s welding department. Second- and third-prize recipients receive $2,500 and $1,000 scholarships to complete their welding training at DTC.

All competition participants receive a $500 DTC scholarship.