Welding Schools in Laporte, IN

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Laporte, Indiana. 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 Laporte, IN

#1

Lake Michigan College

Benton Harbor, MI 37.5 miles away BOC Score 36.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 217

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Southwestern Michigan College

Dowagiac, MI 40.9 miles away BOC Score 48.6
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  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 179
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

South Suburban College

South Holland, IL 46.7 miles away BOC Score 48.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 250
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Prairie State College

Chicago Heights, IL 48 miles away BOC Score 47.7
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  • Programs offered: 60
  • Annual completions: 896
  • Online programs available

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#5

City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College

Chicago, IL 49.4 miles away BOC Score 37.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 833
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College

Chicago, IL 53.1 miles away BOC Score 51.1
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  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 2,013
  • Online programs available

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#7

Morton College

Cicero, IL 56.1 miles away BOC Score 49.6
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  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 413

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#8

Moraine Valley Community College

Palos Hills, IL 58.4 miles away BOC Score 60.0
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  • Programs offered: 68
  • Annual completions: 3,520
  • Online programs available

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#9

Triton College

River Grove, IL 61.9 miles away BOC Score 54.9
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  • Programs offered: 71
  • Annual completions: 1,558
  • Online programs available

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#10

Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park

Melrose Park, IL 62.3 miles away BOC Score 39.3
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  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 1,459

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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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