Welding schools in Wilmette, IL
12 schools within 30 miles of Wilmette, IL offer welding programs, and the closest is Oakton College in Des Plaines, 8 miles away. Welders in Illinois earn a median $51,320 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 12
- Closest
- 8 mi
- Public colleges
- 9
- Median pay in IL
- $51,320
12 welding schools within 30 mi of Wilmette, IL
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Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park
Melrose Park, IL · 13 mi · Private
- Welding
- Electrician
- Automotive technician
- +2
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City Colleges of Chicago - Kennedy-King College
Chicago, IL · 21 mi · Public
- Welding
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +9
City Colleges of Chicago - Richard J. Daley College
Chicago, IL · 22 mi · Public
- Welding
- Electrician
- CNC machining
- +4
Universal Technical Institute of Illinois Inc
Lisle, IL · 27 mi · Private
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +1
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL · 27 mi · Public
- Welding
- HVAC technician
- Automotive technician
- +15
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 Wilmette?
The closest are Oakton College (Des Plaines, 8 mi), Triton College (River Grove, 13 mi), and Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park (Melrose Park, 13 mi). In total, 12 schools within 30 miles teach welding.
How much do welding programs near Wilmette cost?
For the 12 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $2,829 to $27,060. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do welders make near Wilmette?
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 Wilmette?
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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- McHenry (34 mi)