Welding schools in Arizona

Looking for welding schools in Arizona? There are 16, including 13 public colleges and 3 private career schools. Welders in Arizona earn a median $55,600 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
16
Public colleges
13
Median pay in AZ
$55,600
Cities with schools
7

16 welding schools

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  1. Arizona Western College

    Yuma, AZ · Public

    • Welding
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +14
  2. Central Arizona College

    Coolidge, AZ · Public

    • Welding
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18
  3. Cochise County Community College District

    Sierra Vista, AZ · Public

    • Welding
    • HVAC technician
    • Automotive technician
    • +15
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  5. East Valley Institute of Technology

    Mesa, AZ · Public

    • Welding
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +6
  6. Eastern Arizona College

    Thatcher, AZ · Public

    • Welding
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +18
  7. GateWay Community College - Phoenix

    Phoenix, AZ · Public

    • Welding
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18
  8. GateWay Community College-Central City

    Phoenix, AZ · Public

    • Welding
    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • +10
  9. Mesa Community College

    Mesa, AZ · Public

    • Welding
    • Electrician
    • Carpentry
    • +14
  10. Miller-Motte College-Arizona Automotive Institute

    Glendale, AZ · Private

    • Welding
    • HVAC technician
    • Automotive technician
    • +3
  11. Mohave Community College

    Kingman, AZ · Public

    • Welding
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18
  12. Northland Pioneer College

    Holbrook, AZ · Public

    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +12
  13. Pima Community College

    Tucson, AZ · Public

    • Welding
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +25
  14. Refrigeration School

    Phoenix, AZ · Private

    • Welding
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +1
  15. Universal Technical Institute of Arizona Inc

    Avondale, AZ · Private

    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
  16. Western Maricopa Education Center

    Glendale, AZ · Public

    • Welding
    • HVAC technician
    • Pharmacy technician
    • +1
  17. Yavapai College

    Prescott, AZ · Public

    • Welding
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +22

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What welders earn in Arizona

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Median pay
$55,600
$26.73 an hour
Typical range
$39,970–$81,280
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in AZ
7,270
Job growth, 2025–35
+2.4%
40,300 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many welding schools are in Arizona?

We list 16 schools in Arizona with welding programs: 13 public colleges and 3 private career schools. Campuses are in Phoenix, Mesa, Glendale, Kingman, and Holbrook.

Are there community college welding programs in Arizona?

Yes. 13 public colleges in Arizona offer welding. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does welding school cost in Arizona?

Among the 14 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $3,405 to $30,451. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do welders make in Arizona?

The median pay for welders in Arizona is $55,600 a year, and most earn between $39,970 and $81,280, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a welding school in Arizona?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.