Welding Schools in Ft. Wayne, IN

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Ft. Wayne, Indiana. 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 Ft. Wayne, IN

#1

Vantage Career Center

Van Wert, OH 33.1 miles away BOC Score 65.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 472

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Northwest State Community College

Archbold, OH 50.6 miles away BOC Score 49.9
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  • In-state tuition: $4,698
  • Out-of-state tuition: $9,170
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 46%
  • Programs offered: 75
  • Annual completions: 324
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Apollo Career Center

Lima, OH 57.7 miles away BOC Score 51.2
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 67%
  • Programs offered: 31
  • Annual completions: 1,271

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Glen Oaks Community College

Centreville, MI 58.7 miles away BOC Score 46.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 87
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Southwestern Michigan College

Dowagiac, MI 77.7 miles away BOC Score 48.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 179
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Upper Valley Career Center

Piqua, OH 80.4 miles away BOC Score 52.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 85

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#7

Edison State Community College

Piqua, OH 80.6 miles away BOC Score 63.0
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  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 714
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Kalamazoo Valley Community College

Kalamazoo, MI 83.3 miles away BOC Score 49.9
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  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 489
  • Online programs available

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#9

Jackson College

Jackson, MI 83.7 miles away BOC Score 52.2
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  • Programs offered: 44
  • Annual completions: 606
  • Online programs available

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#10

Owens Community College

Perrysburg, OH 85 miles away BOC Score 49.9
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  • Programs offered: 92
  • Annual completions: 1,166
  • Online programs available

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Indiana Welding Salary Snapshot

Indiana
Indiana Median Pay $49,730 $23.91 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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