Welding schools in Downers Grove, IL
16 schools within 30 miles of Downers Grove, IL offer welding programs, and the closest is College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn, 4 miles away. Welders in Illinois earn a median $51,320 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 16
- Closest
- 4 mi
- Public colleges
- 13
- Median pay in IL
- $51,320
16 welding schools within 30 mi of Downers Grove, IL
School results
Universal Technical Institute of Illinois Inc
Lisle, IL · 4.3 mi · Private
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +1
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Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL · 12 mi · Public
- Welding
- HVAC technician
- Automotive technician
- +15
Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park
Melrose Park, IL · 12 mi · Private
- Welding
- Electrician
- Automotive technician
- +2
City Colleges of Chicago - Richard J. Daley College
Chicago, IL · 16 mi · Public
- Welding
- Electrician
- CNC machining
- +4
City Colleges of Chicago - Kennedy-King College
Chicago, IL · 19 mi · Public
- Welding
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +9
South Suburban College
South Holland, IL · 24 mi · Public
- Welding
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +11
What welders earn in Illinois
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $51,320
- $24.67 an hour
- Typical range
- $38,890–$76,730
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in IL
- 16,260
- 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
What are the closest welding schools to Downers Grove?
The closest are College of DuPage (Glen Ellyn, 4 mi), Universal Technical Institute of Illinois Inc (Lisle, 4 mi), and ETI School of Skilled Trades (Willowbrook, 5 mi). In total, 16 schools within 30 miles teach welding.
How much do welding programs near Downers Grove cost?
For the 16 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $1,672 to $27,060. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do welders make near Downers Grove?
Across Illinois, the median pay is $51,320 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a welding school in Downers Grove?
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.
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