Welding schools in West Virginia

Looking for welding schools in West Virginia? There are 14, including 14 public colleges. Welders in West Virginia earn a median $48,810 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
14
Public colleges
14
Median pay in WV
$48,810
Cities with schools
6

14 welding schools

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  1. Academy of Careers and Technology

    Beckley, WV · Public

    • Welding
    • Plumbing
    • CDL & truck driving
    • +3

  2. Ben Franklin Career Center

    Dunbar, WV · Public

    • Welding
    • HVAC technician
    • CDL & truck driving
    • +3

  3. Blue Ridge Community and Technical College

    Martinsburg, WV · Public

    • Welding
    • Electrician
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • +11

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  5. Boone Career and Technical Center

    Foster, WV · Public

    • Welding
    • CDL & truck driving
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +2

  6. BridgeValley Community & Technical College

    South Charleston, WV · Public

    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • +16

  7. Cabell County Career Technology Center

    Huntington, WV · Public

    • Welding
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +2

  8. Carver Career Center

    Charleston, WV · Public

    • Welding
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +7

  9. Fred W Eberle Technical Center

    Buckhannon, WV · Public

    • Welding
    • Electrician
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • +3

  10. Mercer County Technical Education Center

    Princeton, WV · Public

    • Welding
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +4

  11. Mountwest Community & Technical College

    Huntington, WV · Public

    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • CDL & truck driving
    • +17

  12. New River Community and Technical College

    Beaver, WV · Public

    • Welding
    • Electrician
    • CNC machining
    • +14

  13. Pierpont Community & Technical College

    Fairmont, WV · Public

    • Welding
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Phlebotomy
    • +12

  14. Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College

    Logan, WV · Public

    • Welding
    • Medical assistant
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +6

  15. West Virginia Northern Community College

    Wheeling, WV · Public

    • Welding
    • HVAC technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +7

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What welders earn in West Virginia

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

Welder salary in West VirginiaHow to become a welder

Median pay
$48,810
$23.46 an hour
Typical range
$36,700–$73,780
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in WV
2,100
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 West Virginia?

We list 14 schools in West Virginia with welding programs: 14 public colleges. Campuses are in Huntington, South Charleston, Charleston, Wheeling, and Beckley.

Are there community college welding programs in West Virginia?

Yes. 14 public colleges in West Virginia 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 West Virginia?

Among the 13 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $2,129 to $10,321. 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 West Virginia?

The median pay for welders in West Virginia is $48,810 a year, and most earn between $36,700 and $73,780, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a welding school in West Virginia?

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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