Welding schools in Michigan
We found 30 schools offering welding training in Michigan, with campuses in Escanaba, Ann Arbor, Detroit, and Scottville and more. Welders in Michigan earn a median $49,990 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 30
- Public colleges
- 29
- Median pay in MI
- $49,990
- Cities with schools
- 8
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Monroe County Community College
Monroe, MI · Public
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +8
Welding schools by city
- Detroit (6 within 30 mi)
- Ann Arbor (4 within 30 mi)
- Farmington Hills (6 within 30 mi)
- Rochester Hills (5 within 30 mi)
- Kalamazoo (3 within 30 mi)
- Monroe (4 within 30 mi)
- Dowagiac (3 within 30 mi)
- Centreville (3 within 30 mi)
What welders earn in Michigan
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $49,990
- $24.03 an hour
- Typical range
- $39,090–$70,200
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in MI
- 13,330
- 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 Michigan?
We list 30 schools in Michigan with welding programs: 29 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Escanaba, Ann Arbor, Detroit, Scottville, and Alpena.
Are there community college welding programs in Michigan?
Yes. 29 public colleges in Michigan 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 Michigan?
Among the 30 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,527 to $22,985. 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 Michigan?
The median pay for welders in Michigan is $49,990 a year, and most earn between $39,090 and $70,200, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a welding school in Michigan?
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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Welding schools in other states
- Texas (75)
- California (69)
- North Carolina (59)
- Ohio (55)
- Florida (50)
- Illinois (44)
- Pennsylvania (37)
- Oklahoma (29)
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