Welding Schools in Gainesville, GA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Gainesville, Georgia. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Welding Schools Near Gainesville, GA

#1

Lanier Technical College

Gainesville, GA 4.1 miles away BOC Score 51.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 106
  • Annual completions: 3,421
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Gwinnett Technical College

Lawrenceville, GA 26.4 miles away BOC Score 55.0
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  • Programs offered: 77
  • Annual completions: 3,727
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Atlanta

Duluth, GA 26.8 miles away BOC Score 46.2
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 684

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

North Georgia Technical College

Clarkesville, GA 28.2 miles away BOC Score 49.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 73
  • Annual completions: 2,045
  • Online programs available

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#5

Athens Technical College

Athens, GA 34.9 miles away BOC Score 54.3
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  • Programs offered: 83
  • Annual completions: 2,331
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Georgia Piedmont Technical College

Clarkston, GA 40.8 miles away BOC Score 44.5
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  • Programs offered: 106
  • Annual completions: 1,972
  • Online programs available

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#7

Chattahoochee Technical College

Marietta, GA 48.3 miles away BOC Score 52.1
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  • Programs offered: 100
  • Annual completions: 6,004
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Fortis College-Smyrna

Smyrna, GA 48.9 miles away BOC Score 34.9
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  • In-state tuition: $15,543
  • Out-of-state tuition: $15,543
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  • Graduation rate: 56%
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 539

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Atlanta Technical College

Atlanta, GA 51.8 miles away BOC Score 47.9
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  • Programs offered: 108
  • Annual completions: 3,046
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Tri-County Community College

Murphy, NC 54.3 miles away BOC Score 50.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 128
  • Online programs available

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Georgia Welding Salary Snapshot

Georgia
Georgia Median Pay $48,430 $23.28 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

Next Steps

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