Welding schools in Lakeville, MN
6 schools within 30 miles of Lakeville, MN offer welding programs, and the closest is Dakota County Technical College in Rosemount, 10 miles away. Welders in Minnesota earn a median $60,280 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 6
- Closest
- 10 mi
- Public colleges
- 5
- Median pay in MN
- $60,280
6 welding schools within 30 mi of Lakeville, MN
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Saint Paul College - A Community & Technical College
Saint Paul, MN · 20 mi · Public
- Welding
- Electrician
- Plumbing
- +22
Minneapolis Community & Technical College
Minneapolis, MN · 21 mi · Public
- Welding
- HVAC technician
- CNC machining
- +8
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What welders earn in Minnesota
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $60,280
- $28.98 an hour
- Typical range
- $45,690–$75,710
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in MN
- 9,270
- 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 Lakeville?
The closest are Dakota County Technical College (Rosemount, 10 mi), Saint Paul College - A Community & Technical College (Saint Paul, 20 mi), and Minneapolis Community & Technical College (Minneapolis, 21 mi). In total, 6 schools within 30 miles teach welding.
How much do welding programs near Lakeville cost?
For the 6 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $10,272 to $26,939. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do welders make near Lakeville?
Across Minnesota, the median pay is $60,280 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 Lakeville?
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.
Welding schools in nearby cities
- Minneapolis (20 mi)
- Chaska (20 mi)
- Woodbury (23 mi)
- Andover (40 mi)
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