Welding Schools in Carol Stream, IL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Carol Stream, Illinois. 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 Carol Stream, IL

#1

College of DuPage

Glen Ellyn, IL 6.1 miles away BOC Score 47.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 98
  • Annual completions: 3,152

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Universal Technical Institute of Illinois Inc

Lisle, IL 7.8 miles away BOC Score 46.0
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  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 1,165

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

William Rainey Harper College

Palatine, IL 11.8 miles away BOC Score 59.2
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  • Programs offered: 73
  • Annual completions: 2,528
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Elgin Community College

Elgin, IL 12 miles away BOC Score 50.2
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  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 2,748

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#5

Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park

Melrose Park, IL 14.1 miles away BOC Score 39.3
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  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 1,459

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#6

ETI School of Skilled Trades

Willowbrook, IL 14.4 miles away BOC Score 54.9
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  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 914

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#7

Triton College

River Grove, IL 14.9 miles away BOC Score 54.9
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  • Programs offered: 71
  • Annual completions: 1,558
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Oakton College

Des Plaines, IL 16.2 miles away BOC Score 57.2
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  • Programs offered: 76
  • Annual completions: 1,786
  • Online programs available

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#9

Waubonsee Community College

Sugar Grove, IL 18.9 miles away BOC Score 59.6
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  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 1,275
  • Online programs available

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#10

Morton College

Cicero, IL 20.1 miles away BOC Score 49.6
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  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 413

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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

Next Steps

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