Welding schools in Oklahoma
We found 29 schools offering welding training in Oklahoma, with campuses in Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Enid, and Fort Cobb and more. Welders in Oklahoma earn a median $49,720 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 29
- Public colleges
- 27
- Median pay in OK
- $49,720
- Cities with schools
- 6
Welding schools by city
What welders earn in Oklahoma
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $49,720
- $23.90 an hour
- Typical range
- $37,860–$70,640
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in OK
- 9,960
- 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 Oklahoma?
We list 29 schools in Oklahoma with welding programs: 27 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Enid, Fort Cobb, and El Reno.
Are there community college welding programs in Oklahoma?
Yes. 27 public colleges in Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma?
Among the 20 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,062 to $34,776. 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 Oklahoma?
The median pay for welders in Oklahoma is $49,720 a year, and most earn between $37,860 and $70,640, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a welding school in Oklahoma?
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)
- Michigan (30)
- Tennessee (29)
- Arkansas (26)
- Kansas (25)
- Georgia (24)
- Alabama (21)
- Minnesota (21)
- Virginia (20)
- Washington (20)