Welding Schools in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in San Juan Capistrano, California. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Welding Schools Near San Juan Capistrano, CA

#1

Orange Coast College

Costa Mesa, CA 18.8 miles away BOC Score 59.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 62
  • Annual completions: 1,851
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Santa Ana College

Santa Ana, CA 22.3 miles away BOC Score 65.7
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,180
  • Out-of-state tuition: $10,756
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 31%
  • Programs offered: 55
  • Annual completions: 4,430
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Fullerton College

Fullerton, CA 30 miles away BOC Score 52.2
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  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 1,066

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Universal Technical Institute-Southern California

Long Beach, CA 36 miles away BOC Score 62.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 1,464

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Riverside City College

Riverside, CA 36.1 miles away BOC Score 45.1
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,428
  • Out-of-state tuition: $12,498
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 34%
  • Programs offered: 58
  • Annual completions: 2,637

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Palomar College

San Marcos, CA 36.5 miles away BOC Score 55.8
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  • Programs offered: 74
  • Annual completions: 1,721
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Cerritos College

Norwalk, CA 36.8 miles away BOC Score 56.3
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  • Programs offered: 48
  • Annual completions: 3,110
  • Online programs available

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#8

Mt San Antonio College

Walnut, CA 39.4 miles away BOC Score 71.8
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  • Programs offered: 69
  • Annual completions: 2,479
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Long Beach City College

Long Beach, CA 39.5 miles away BOC Score 43.6
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  • Programs offered: 74
  • Annual completions: 2,015

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#10

Universal Technical Institute of California Inc

Rancho Cucamonga, CA 40.3 miles away BOC Score 62.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 1,581

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California Welding Salary Snapshot

California
California Median Pay $58,060 $27.91 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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