Mig welder questions

What would you guys think the cost and length of a welding class would be at a local vo-tech? I know regions/areas will be different but I would think they'd be close. I checked on line for ours and it's $250 for one night a week 6-9 for 12 weeks. There is an * beside the cost that says some classes require additional book and material fees. I'm gonna call them when they're open after the Christmas break and see about signing up and ask about the additional fees. Starts Jan 10th.