National Rankings

Best Certified Welder (AWS) Programs

Compare top-rated Certified Welder (AWS) training providers across 51 states

95 programs ranked51 states95 total providers
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Los Angeles Trade Technical College

Community College Los Angeles, CA
81/100
Editor's Pick Best Value

Los Angeles Trade Technical College (LATTC) offers a practical nursing program that is well-suited for individuals looking to enter the healthcare field as Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). The program is accredited by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians, ensuri...

Tuition

$1,220 per year

Duration

18 months

Pass Rate

Not available

Accreditation

Accredited by ACCSC

  • Lower tuition costs compared to four-year universities provide a more affordable education option, reducing the financial burden on students.
  • Focused training programs are designed to develop specific skills that align with industry needs, enhancing employability in technical and vocational fields.
2

Central New Mexico Community College

Community College Albuquerque, NM
81/100

Central New Mexico Community College (CNMCC), located in Albuquerque, NM, serves as an esteemed institution for individuals seeking career-oriented training. With affordable tuition around $3,500, CNMCC offers programs in CDL (Commercial Driver's License), CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant), Cosme...

Tuition

Approximately USD 2,000 per year

Duration

2 years

Accreditation

Accredited

  • Lower tuition costs compared to four-year institutions, making education more accessible and reducing student debt.
  • Flexible class schedules, including evening and online classes, cater to working adults and those with family responsibilities.
3

Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell Campus

Community College Roswell, NM
81/100
Tuition

Approximately USD 1,600 per year

Duration

1 year

Accreditation

Accredited

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4

Arkansas Northeastern College

Community College Blytheville, AR
76/100
Tuition

$3,200 per year

Duration

2 years

Pass Rate

Not available

Accreditation

Accredited

5

University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College

Community College North Little Rock, AR
76/100

University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College in North Little Rock, AR, offers a well-rounded Cosmetology program that prepares students for a vibrant career in the beauty industry. With tuition approximately $6,500, the program is not only affordable but also thorough, encompassing a wide r...

Tuition

$4,500 per year

Duration

1 year

Pass Rate

Not available

Accreditation

Accredited

  • Lower tuition costs compared to four-year institutions, offering significant savings on general education courses before transferring to a university.
  • Flexible scheduling options including evening and online classes, accommodating students who work or have other commitments.
6

Eastern Florida State College

Community College Cocoa, FL
76/100
Tuition

$2,614 for residents

Duration

12 months

Pass Rate

Data not available

Accreditation

Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

7

Lanier Technical College

Community College Oakwood, GA
76/100
Tuition

$4,000

Duration

1 year

Accreditation

AWS Accredited Test Facility

8

North Georgia Technical College

Community College Clarkesville, GA
76/100

North Georgia Technical College in Clarkesville, GA, offers an accessible path to acquiring practical skills in high-demand fields like commercial truck driving, nursing, and healthcare assistance. With tuition around $3,800, the college provides affordable education options accredited by reputab...

Tuition

$2,500

Duration

1-2 years

Accreditation

AWS Accredited Test Facility

  • Lower tuition costs compared to four-year institutions make North Georgia Technical College a more affordable option, reducing the burden of student loans.
  • Focused programs offer hands-on training that prepares students for specific career paths, enhancing practical skills relevant to local job markets.
9

Honolulu Community College

Community College Honolulu, HI
76/100

Honolulu Community College offers practical career training in fields like CDL (Commercial Driver's License) and cosmetology, making it a valuable option for individuals seeking to enter or advance in these industries. With tuition around $5,000 and accredited programs, the college provides a cos...

Tuition

$4,500

Duration

2 years

Pass Rate

Information not available

Accreditation

Accredited by the AWS

  • Lower tuition costs compared to four-year institutions make Honolulu Community College an affordable option, reducing student debt.
  • Focused hands-on training in programs like automotive technology and aeronautics prepares students for specific careers with practical skills.
10

Wichita Area Technical College

Community College Wichita, KS
76/100
Tuition

$4,500

Duration

18 months

Pass Rate

Data not available

Accreditation

AWS Accredited

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All Certified Welder (AWS) Providers

95 total providers offering Certified Welder (AWS) training.

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Delgado Community College

Community College · New Orleans, LA · $4,079 per year (in-state)

76
12

The Community College of Baltimore County

Community College · Baltimore, MD · Approximately $4,500

76
13
Eastern Maine Community College

Community College · Bangor, ME · Approximately $3,600 per year

76
14
Northern Maine Community College

Community College · Presque Isle, ME · Approximately $4,280 per year

76
15
Hinds Community College

Community College · Raymond, MS · $3,200 per year

76
16
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College

Community College · Gulfport, MS · $3,900 per year

76
17
Forsyth Technical Community College

Community College · Winston-Salem, NC · $2,700

76
18
Ogden-Weber Technical College

Training Provider · Ogden, UT · $4,000

76
19
Milwaukee Area Technical College

Community College · Milwaukee, WI · $4,282 per year (in-state)

76
20

Gateway Technical College

Community College · Kenosha, WI · $4,415 per year (in-state)

76
21
University of Alaska Anchorage

Community College · Anchorage, AK · Approximately USD 8,000 per year

71
22
Wallace State Community College

Community College · Hanceville, AL · $8,000

71
23
Bishop State Community College

Community College · Mobile, AL · $9,500

71
24

GateWay Community College - Welding Program

Community College · Phoenix, AZ · $8,500

71
25
Emily Griffith Technical College

Trade School · Denver, CO · $9,500

71
26
University of the District of Columbia Community College

Community College · Washington, DC · $8,000

71
27
Delaware Technical Community College

Community College · Wilmington, DE · $6,000

71
28

Hawaii Technology Institute

Trade School · Honolulu, HI · $8,000

71
29
College of Southern Idaho

Community College · Twin Falls, ID · $8,000

71
30

Welding Technology Program at Illinois Central College

Community College · East Peoria, IL · Approximately $8,000

71
31
Ivy Tech Community College

Community College · Indianapolis, IN · Approximately $8,000

71
32

North Central Kansas Technical College

Trade School · Beloit, KS · $6,000

71
33
Bluegrass Community and Technical College

Community College · Lexington, KY · $6,000

71
34
Lansing Community College

Community College · Lansing, MI · $6,500

71
35
St. Louis Community College

Community College · St. Louis, MO · $5,000 per year

71
36

Montana State University-Northern

Community College · Havre, MT · $7,500 (in-state tuition)

71
37

Helena College University of Montana

Community College · Helena, MT · $6,000 (in-state tuition)

71
38
Central Piedmont Community College

Community College · Charlotte, NC · $5,800

71
39
North Dakota State College of Science

Community College · Wahpeton, ND · $8,500

71
40
Bismarck State College

Community College · Bismarck, ND · $6,500

71
41
Metropolitan Community College

Community College · Omaha, NE · $6,500

71
42
Southeast Community College

Community College · Lincoln, NE · $7,000

71
43
White Mountains Community College

Community College · Berlin, NH · Approximately $7,000

71
44

Tri-County Adult Career Center

Trade School · Nelsonville, OH · Approximately $7,000

71
45

Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology

Community College · Okmulgee, OK · Approximately $5,000 per year for in-state students

71
46

Linn-Benton Community College

Community College · Albany, OR · $9,000

71
47
Midlands Technical College

Community College · Columbia, SC · $6,000

71
48
Florence-Darlington Technical College

Community College · Florence, SC · $8,000

71
49
Lake Area Technical College

Community College · Watertown, SD · $6,000 per year

71
50

Mitchell Technical College

Community College · Mitchell, SD · $7,000 per year

71
51
Western Dakota Tech

Trade School · Rapid City, SD · $8,500

71
52

Chattanooga State Community College

Community College · Chattanooga, TN · $8,000 approximately

71
53
Salt Lake Community College

Community College · Salt Lake City, UT · $6,500

71
54
Northern Virginia Community College

Community College · Annandale, VA · $9,000 for in-state students

71
55

BridgeValley Community and Technical College

Community College · South Charleston, WV · $8,000

71
56

Ben Franklin Career Center

Trade School · Dunbar, WV · $6,500

71
57
Laramie County Community College

Community College · Cheyenne, WY · $7,500

71
58
East Valley Institute of Technology

Trade School · Mesa, AZ · $12,000

66
59
Pikes Peak Community College

Community College · Colorado Springs, CO · $14,000

66
60

Lincoln Technical Institute

Trade School · East Windsor, CT · $18,000

66
61

Tulsa Welding School - Jacksonville

Trade School · Jacksonville, FL · $19,977

66
62
Eastern Iowa Community Colleges

Community College · Davenport, IA · $12,000

66
63
Des Moines Area Community College

Community College · Ankeny, IA · $10,000

66
64
North Idaho College

Community College · Coeur d'Alene, ID · $10,000

66
65
Vincennes University

Community College · Vincennes, IN · Approximately $14,000

66
66

Elizabethtown Technical College

Trade School · Elizabethtown, KY · $10,000

66
67

Louisiana Technical College

Trade School · Shreveport, LA · $10,000 total program cost

66
68

Wentworth Institute of Technology

Trade School · Boston, MA · $13,000

66
69
North American Trade Schools

Trade School · Baltimore, MD · Approximately $15,000

66
70

Northwestern Technological Institute

Trade School · Southfield, MI · $12,000

66
71
Hennepin Technical College

Community College · Brooklyn Park, MN · $12,000

66
72
Minneapolis Community and Technical College

Community College · Minneapolis, MN · $14,000

66
73

Missouri Welding Institute

Training Provider · Nevada, MO · $15,000

66
74
Manchester Community College

Community College · Manchester, NH · Approximately $15,000

66
75

Lincoln Technical Institute

Trade School · Mahwah, NJ · $15,000

66
76
Camden County College

Community College · Blackwood, NJ · $10,000

66
77
Truckee Meadows Community College

Community College · Reno, NV · $10,000

66
78

Advanced Training Institute

Trade School · Las Vegas, NV · $15,000

66
79

Hudson Valley Community College

Community College · Troy, NY · $10,000

66
80

Apex Technical School

Trade School · Long Island City, NY · $18,000

66
81
Columbus State Community College

Community College · Columbus, OH · Approximately $10,000

66
82

Tulsa Welding School

Trade School · Tulsa, OK · Approximately $19,977

66
83
Portland Community College

Community College · Portland, OR · $10,000

66
84

Pennsylvania College of Technology

Community College · Williamsport, PA · Approximately $16,000

66
85

Triangle Tech

Trade School · Pittsburgh, PA · Approximately $24,000

66
86

New England Institute of Technology

Trade School · East Greenwich, RI · Approximately $12,000

66
87
Tennessee College of Applied Technology

Training Provider · Nashville, TN · $10,000 approximately

66
88

Tulsa Welding School - Houston

Trade School · Houston, TX · Approximately $19,977

66
89
Texas State Technical College

Community College · Waco, TX · Approximately $15,000 for in-state students

66
90

Advanced Technology Institute

Training Provider · Virginia Beach, VA · $20,000

66
91

Advanced Welding Institute

Trade School · South Burlington, VT · Approximately $15,000

66
92
Vermont Technical College

Community College · Randolph Center, VT · Approximately $14,000 per year

66
93

Lake Washington Institute of Technology

Community College · Kirkland, WA · $12,000

66
94
Bates Technical College

Trade School · Tacoma, WA · $18,000

66
95

American Welding Society Training

Training Provider · Various locations in California, CA · Varies

58

Certified Welder (AWS) Programs by State

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How We Rank Programs

Programs are scored on a 100-point scale based on publicly available data. Our composite score weighs multiple factors:

Pass Rate

Up to 30 pts

Cost

Up to 25 pts

Accreditation

Up to 15 pts

Program Length

Up to 10 pts

All programs start with a base of 50 points. Scores are for informational purposes and should be one factor in your decision. Read our full methodology.

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