Welding schools in Missouri
We found 17 schools offering welding training in Missouri, with campuses in Springfield, Linn, Poplar Bluff, and Cape Girardeau and more. Welders in Missouri earn a median $51,950 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 17
- Public colleges
- 15
- Median pay in MO
- $51,950
- Cities with schools
- 8
17 welding schools
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Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center
Cape Girardeau, MO · Public
- Welding
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +8
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Franklin Technology Center Adult Education
Joplin, MO · Public
- Welding
- HVAC technician
- Automotive technician
- +2
Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO · Public
- Welding
- HVAC technician
- CNC machining
- +14
Midwest Technical Institute-Missouri
Springfield, MO · Private
- Welding
- HVAC technician
- CDL & truck driving
- +5
Pike-Lincoln Technical Center
Eolia, MO · Public
- Welding
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Auto body & collision repair
Southern Missouri Technical Institute
West Plains, MO · Public
- Welding
- Electrician
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +2
St Charles Community College
Cottleville, MO · Public
- Welding
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +7
Welding schools by city
- Kansas City (3 within 30 mi)
- St. Louis (4 within 30 mi)
- Lee's Summit (3 within 30 mi)
- O'Fallon (3 within 30 mi)
- St. Charles (3 within 30 mi)
- Ballwin (4 within 30 mi)
- Union (3 within 30 mi)
- Hillsboro (3 within 30 mi)
What welders earn in Missouri
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $51,950
- $24.98 an hour
- Typical range
- $38,200–$78,150
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in MO
- 10,600
- 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 Missouri?
We list 17 schools in Missouri with welding programs: 15 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Springfield, Linn, Poplar Bluff, Cape Girardeau, and Neosho.
Are there community college welding programs in Missouri?
Yes. 15 public colleges in Missouri 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 Missouri?
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 $5,837 to $30,618. 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 Missouri?
The median pay for welders in Missouri is $51,950 a year, and most earn between $38,200 and $78,150, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a welding school in Missouri?
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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