Welding Schools in Kennesaw, GA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Kennesaw, 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 Kennesaw, GA

#1

Chattahoochee Technical College

Marietta, GA 7.6 miles away BOC Score 52.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 100
  • Annual completions: 6,004
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Fortis College-Smyrna

Smyrna, GA 10.2 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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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 56%
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 539

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Atlanta Technical College

Atlanta, GA 24.9 miles away BOC Score 47.9
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  • Programs offered: 108
  • Annual completions: 3,046
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Georgia Piedmont Technical College

Clarkston, GA 26.2 miles away BOC Score 44.5
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  • Programs offered: 106
  • Annual completions: 1,972
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Lincoln College of Technology-East Point

East Point, GA 26.4 miles away BOC Score 34.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 9

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#6

Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Atlanta

Duluth, GA 27.2 miles away BOC Score 46.2
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 684

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Gwinnett Technical College

Lawrenceville, GA 31.8 miles away BOC Score 55.0
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  • Programs offered: 77
  • Annual completions: 3,727
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Georgia Northwestern Technical College

Rome, GA 34.5 miles away BOC Score 53.6
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  • Programs offered: 113
  • Annual completions: 4,534
  • Online programs available

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#9

West Georgia Technical College

Waco, GA 40.1 miles away BOC Score 51.0
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  • Programs offered: 95
  • Annual completions: 4,107
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Lanier Technical College

Gainesville, GA 52.4 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

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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