Welding schools in Washington
We found 20 schools offering welding training in Washington, with campuses in Tacoma, Moses Lake, Olympia, and Bellingham and more. Welders in Washington earn a median $63,020 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 20
- Public colleges
- 19
- Median pay in WA
- $63,020
- Cities with schools
- 8
20 welding schools
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Centralia College
Centralia, WA · Public
- Welding
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- CDL & truck driving
- +7
Lake Washington Institute of Technology
Kirkland, WA · Public
- Welding
- CNC machining
- Automotive technician
- +12
Skagit Valley College
Mount Vernon, WA · Public
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +11
South Seattle College
Seattle, WA · Public
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +2
Welding schools by city
- Seattle (7 within 30 mi)
- Tacoma (7 within 30 mi)
- Everett (3 within 30 mi)
- Marysville (3 within 30 mi)
- Lacey (4 within 30 mi)
- Bremerton (7 within 30 mi)
- Issaquah (6 within 30 mi)
- Mount Vernon (3 within 30 mi)
What welders earn in Washington
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $63,020
- $30.30 an hour
- Typical range
- $47,980–$86,250
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in WA
- 7,720
- 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 Washington?
We list 20 schools in Washington with welding programs: 19 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Campuses are in Tacoma, Moses Lake, Olympia, Bellingham, and Centralia.
Are there community college welding programs in Washington?
Yes. 19 public colleges in Washington 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 Washington?
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 $5,473 to $20,047. 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 Washington?
The median pay for welders in Washington is $63,020 a year, and most earn between $47,980 and $86,250, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a welding school in Washington?
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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