Welding schools in Shawnee, OK
4 schools within 30 miles of Shawnee, OK offer welding programs, and one is in Shawnee itself. Welders in Oklahoma earn a median $49,720 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 4
- Closest
- 3 mi
- Public colleges
- 4
- Median pay in OK
- $49,720
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
What are the closest welding schools to Shawnee?
The closest are Gordon Cooper Technology Center (Shawnee, 3 mi), Eastern Oklahoma County Technology Center (Choctaw, 20 mi), and Mid-Del Technology Center (Midwest City, 26 mi). In total, 4 schools within 30 miles teach welding.
How much do welding programs near Shawnee cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $1,680 to $8,763. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do welders make near Shawnee?
Across Oklahoma, the median pay is $49,720 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 Shawnee?
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
- Norman (24 mi)
- Oklahoma City (32 mi)
- Edmond (33 mi)
- El Reno (58 mi)
- Tulsa (79 mi)