Welding Schools in Rochester, MN

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Rochester, Minnesota. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Welding Schools Near Rochester, MN

#1

Rochester Community and Technical College

Rochester, MN 2.6 miles away BOC Score 50.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 653
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Riverland Community College

Austin, MN 35 miles away BOC Score 59.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 66
  • Annual completions: 657
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Minnesota State College Southeast

Winona, MN 42.8 miles away BOC Score 51.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 54
  • Annual completions: 430
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Dakota County Technical College

Rosemount, MN 58 miles away BOC Score 72.2
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $6,679
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,679
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 52%
  • Programs offered: 52
  • Annual completions: 1,190
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Western Technical College

La Crosse, WI 62.9 miles away BOC Score 56.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 84
  • Annual completions: 1,710
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Northeast Iowa Community College

Calmar, IA 66.6 miles away BOC Score 56.6
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  • In-state tuition: $6,780
  • Out-of-state tuition: $7,770
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 50%
  • Programs offered: 62
  • Annual completions: 492
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

North Iowa Area Community College

Mason City, IA 67.4 miles away BOC Score 57.1
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  • In-state tuition: $6,653
  • Out-of-state tuition: $9,551
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 58%
  • Programs offered: 48
  • Annual completions: 628
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Saint Paul College

Saint Paul, MN 71.7 miles away BOC Score 48.2
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  • Programs offered: 71
  • Annual completions: 1,406
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Chippewa Valley Technical College

Eau Claire, WI 72.1 miles away BOC Score 61.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 93
  • Annual completions: 3,593
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Century College

White Bear Lake, MN 74.6 miles away BOC Score 52.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 72
  • Annual completions: 2,278
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Minnesota Welding Salary Snapshot

Minnesota
Minnesota Median Pay $60,280 $28.98 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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