Welding Schools in Decatur, IL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Decatur, 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 Decatur, IL

#1

Richland Community College

Decatur, IL 3 miles away BOC Score 53.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 64
  • Annual completions: 605
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois

Springfield, IL 35.1 miles away BOC Score 42.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 1,861

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Lincoln Land Community College

Springfield, IL 37.2 miles away BOC Score 57.3
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  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 2,126
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Lake Land College

Mattoon, IL 42.1 miles away BOC Score 53.4
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  • In-state tuition: $4,415
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,301
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 56%
  • Programs offered: 76
  • Annual completions: 2,930

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Heartland Community College

Normal, IL 47 miles away BOC Score 51.7
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  • In-state tuition: $5,550
  • Out-of-state tuition: $13,110
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  • Graduation rate: 53%
  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 1,236
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Illinois Central College

East Peoria, IL 66.5 miles away BOC Score 50.0
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  • Programs offered: 67
  • Annual completions: 2,210
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Danville Area Community College

Danville, IL 73.6 miles away BOC Score 41.5
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  • Programs offered: 67
  • Annual completions: 523

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#8

Spoon River College

Canton, IL 75.9 miles away BOC Score 56.1
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  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 584
  • Online programs available

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#9

Illinois Eastern Community Colleges

Olney, IL 89.6 miles away BOC Score 57.4
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  • Programs offered: 54
  • Annual completions: 737
  • Online programs available

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#10

Kaskaskia College

Centralia, IL 90.4 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

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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