Welding schools in Kentucky
We found 17 schools offering welding training in Kentucky, with campuses in Ashland, Prestonsburg, Lexington, and Cumberland and more. Welders in Kentucky earn a median $51,470 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 17
- Public colleges
- 16
- Median pay in KY
- $51,470
- Cities with schools
- 2
17 welding schools
School results
Big Sandy Community & Technical College
Prestonsburg, KY · Public
- Welding
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +15
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Elizabethtown Community & Technical College
Elizabethtown, KY · Public
- Welding
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +16
Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College
Bowling Green, KY · Public
- Welding
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +15
Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College
Cumberland, KY · Public
- Welding
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +16
Welding schools by city
- Maysville (3 within 30 mi)
- Cumberland (3 within 30 mi)
What welders earn in Kentucky
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $51,470
- $24.74 an hour
- Typical range
- $39,300–$69,010
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in KY
- 6,630
- 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 Kentucky?
We list 17 schools in Kentucky with welding programs: 16 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Ashland, Prestonsburg, Lexington, Cumberland, and Paducah.
Are there community college welding programs in Kentucky?
Yes. 16 public colleges in Kentucky 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 Kentucky?
Among the 17 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $2,955 to $19,559. 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 Kentucky?
The median pay for welders in Kentucky is $51,470 a year, and most earn between $39,300 and $69,010, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a welding school in Kentucky?
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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