Welding Schools in Ft. Smith, AR

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Ft. Smith, Arkansas. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Welding Schools Near Ft. Smith, AR

#1

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith

Fort Smith, AR 2.4 miles away BOC Score 63.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 914
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain

Mena, AR 53.1 miles away BOC Score 40.1
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  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 294

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Northwest Technical Institute

Springdale, AR 59 miles away BOC Score 53.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 268

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Indian Capital Technology Center-Muskogee

Muskogee, OK 60.6 miles away BOC Score 68.1
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 2,292

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#5

Arkansas Tech University

Russellville, AR 69.7 miles away BOC Score 58.4
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  • In-state tuition: $8,674
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,668
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  • Admission rate: 96%
  • Graduation rate: 49%
  • Programs offered: 62
  • Annual completions: 3,141
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester

McAlester, OK 83 miles away BOC Score 42.2
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  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 1,583

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#7

Northeast Technology Center

Pryor, OK 84 miles away BOC Score 60.2
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  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 1,714

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#8

Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas

De Queen, AR 90.6 miles away BOC Score 41.7
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  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 701

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#9

Green Country Technology Center

Okmulgee, OK 91.1 miles away BOC Score 74.8
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  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 373

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#10

University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton

Morrilton, AR 93.3 miles away BOC Score 49.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 29
  • Annual completions: 802
  • Online programs available

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Arkansas Welding Salary Snapshot

Arkansas
Arkansas Median Pay $47,970 $23.06 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $53,750 $25.84 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 51-4121 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • Welding processes covered (stick, MIG, TIG, flux-core)
  • AWS certification preparation and testing availability
  • Hands-on booth hours with different materials (steel, stainless, aluminum)
  • Blueprint reading and welding symbol interpretation
  • OSHA safety certification and PPE training

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