Welding schools in Idaho

Looking for welding schools in Idaho? There are 6, including 6 public colleges. Welders in Idaho earn a median $50,530 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
6
Public colleges
6
Median pay in ID
$50,530

6 welding schools

School results

  1. College of Eastern Idaho

    Idaho Falls, ID · Public

    • Welding
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +8
  2. College of Southern Idaho

    Twin Falls, ID · Public

    • Welding
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +21
  3. College of Western Idaho

    Nampa, ID · Public

    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • Automotive technician
    • +17
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  5. Idaho State University

    Pocatello, ID · Public

    • Welding
    • Electrician
    • CNC machining
    • +23
  6. Lewis-Clark State College

    Lewiston, ID · Public

    • Welding
    • HVAC technician
    • CNC machining
    • +12
  7. North Idaho College

    Coeur d'Alene, ID · Public

    • Welding
    • HVAC technician
    • CNC machining
    • +13

What welders earn in Idaho

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

Median pay
$50,530
$24.30 an hour
Typical range
$40,370–$70,790
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in ID
3,300
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 Idaho?

We list 6 schools in Idaho with welding programs: 6 public colleges. Campuses are in Idaho Falls, Twin Falls, Nampa, Pocatello, and Lewiston.

Are there community college welding programs in Idaho?

Yes. 6 public colleges in Idaho 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 Idaho?

Among the 6 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $6,095 to $15,635. 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 Idaho?

The median pay for welders in Idaho is $50,530 a year, and most earn between $40,370 and $70,790, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a welding school in Idaho?

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.