Welding schools in Pittsburgh, PA
8 schools within 30 miles of Pittsburgh, PA offer welding programs, and 4 are in Pittsburgh itself. Welders in Pennsylvania earn a median $52,900 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 8
- Closest
- 2 mi
- Public colleges
- 2
- Median pay in PA
- $52,900
8 welding schools within 30 mi of Pittsburgh, PA
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Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA · 2.4 mi · Public
- Welding
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +26
All-State Career School-Pittsburgh
West Mifflin, PA · 6.0 mi · Private
- Welding
- HVAC technician
- CDL & truck driving
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Institute of Medical Careers
Pittsburgh, PA · 8.2 mi · Private
- Welding
- CDL & truck driving
- Medical assistant
- +3
Penn Commercial Business/Technical School
Washington, PA · 23 mi · Private
- Welding
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +8
Westmoreland County Community College
Youngwood, PA · 26 mi · Public
- Welding
- HVAC technician
- Plumbing
- +16
What welders earn in Pennsylvania
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $52,900
- $25.43 an hour
- Typical range
- $40,510–$74,870
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in PA
- 17,850
- 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 Pittsburgh?
The closest are Community College of Allegheny County (Pittsburgh, 2 mi), Triangle Tech - Pittsburgh (Pittsburgh, 2 mi), and All-State Career School-Pittsburgh (West Mifflin, 6 mi). In total, 8 schools within 30 miles teach welding.
How much do welding programs near Pittsburgh cost?
For the 6 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,167 to $21,392. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do welders make near Pittsburgh?
Across Pennsylvania, the median pay is $52,900 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 Pittsburgh?
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
- Washington (23 mi)
- Greensburg (24 mi)
- Steubenville, OH (36 mi)
- Uniontown (40 mi)
- New Castle (43 mi)
- Indiana (45 mi)
- Wheeling, WV (46 mi)
- Johnstown (56 mi)
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