Welding Schools in Carbondale, IL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Carbondale, Illinois. 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 Carbondale, IL

#1

John A Logan College

Carterville, IL 7.6 miles away BOC Score 51.1
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,630
  • Out-of-state tuition: $7,540
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 43%
  • Programs offered: 61
  • Annual completions: 779
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Shawnee Community College

Ullin, IL 32.6 miles away BOC Score 51.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 611
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Rend Lake College

Ina, IL 32.7 miles away BOC Score 45.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 1,101

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center

Cape Girardeau, MO 36.2 miles away BOC Score 59.8
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  • 1080 S. Silver Springs Rd. Cape Girardeau, MO 63703-7511
  • (573) 334-0826
Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 77%
  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 164

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Southeastern Illinois College

Harrisburg, IL 38.1 miles away BOC Score 37.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 403

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

West Kentucky Community and Technical College

Paducah, KY 55.5 miles away BOC Score 56.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 59
  • Annual completions: 3,263
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Kaskaskia College

Centralia, IL 58.1 miles away BOC Score 54.8
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,800
  • Out-of-state tuition: $12,570
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 49%
  • Programs offered: 75
  • Annual completions: 1,332
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Southwestern Illinois College

Belleville, IL 66.8 miles away BOC Score 49.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 83
  • Annual completions: 3,390
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Mineral Area College

Park Hills, MO 69.2 miles away BOC Score 51.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 253
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Jefferson College

Hillsboro, MO 81.7 miles away BOC Score 57.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 519
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Illinois Welding Salary Snapshot

Illinois
Illinois Median Pay $51,320 $24.67 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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