Welding schools in Fort Worth, TX

6 schools within 30 miles of Fort Worth, TX offer welding programs, and one is in Fort Worth itself. Welders in Texas earn a median $53,340 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
6
Closest
2 mi
Public colleges
2
Median pay in TX
$53,340

6 welding schools within 30 mi of Fort Worth, TX

School results

  1. Tarrant County College District

    Fort Worth, TX · 1.8 mi · Public

    • Welding
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +26

  2. Lincoln College of Technology-Grand Prairie

    Grand Prairie, TX · 18 mi · Private

    • Welding
    • HVAC technician
    • CNC machining
    • +3

  3. M T Training Center

    Grand Prairie, TX · 18 mi · Private

    • Welding
    • CDL & truck driving

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  5. Universal Technical Institute-Dallas Fort Worth

    Irving, TX · 22 mi · Private

    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic

  6. Tulsa Welding School-Dallas Campus

    Irving, TX · 24 mi · Private

    • Welding
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician

  7. Weatherford College

    Weatherford, TX · 26 mi · Public

    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +11

What welders earn in Texas

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Welder salary in TexasHow to become a welder

Median pay
$53,340
$25.64 an hour
Typical range
$38,380–$80,240
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in TX
52,000
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 Fort Worth?

The closest are Tarrant County College District (Fort Worth, 2 mi), Lincoln College of Technology-Grand Prairie (Grand Prairie, 18 mi), and M T Training Center (Grand Prairie, 18 mi). In total, 6 schools within 30 miles teach welding.

How much do welding programs near Fort Worth cost?

For the 6 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $4,337 to $34,533. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do welders make near Fort Worth?

Across Texas, the median pay is $53,340 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 Fort Worth?

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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