Welding Schools in Willmar, MN

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Willmar, Minnesota. 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 Willmar, MN

#1

Ridgewater College

Willmar, MN 1.4 miles away BOC Score 68.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 57
  • Annual completions: 610
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Minnesota West Community and Technical College

Granite Falls, MN 33 miles away BOC Score 58.5
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  • In-state tuition: $6,491
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,491
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 49%
  • Programs offered: 72
  • Annual completions: 1,146
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

St Cloud Technical and Community College

Saint Cloud, MN 53.1 miles away BOC Score 63.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 56
  • Annual completions: 817
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Alexandria Technical & Community College

Alexandria, MN 54 miles away BOC Score 74.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 762
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Anoka Technical College

Anoka, MN 80.2 miles away BOC Score 51.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 1,309
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Hennepin Technical College

Brooklyn Park, MN 80.8 miles away BOC Score 58.9
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  • In-state tuition: $5,940
  • Out-of-state tuition: $5,940
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 43%
  • Programs offered: 87
  • Annual completions: 2,896
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

South Central College

North Mankato, MN 82.3 miles away BOC Score 60.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 56
  • Annual completions: 515
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Dunwoody College of Technology

Minneapolis, MN 86.8 miles away BOC Score 73.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 31
  • Annual completions: 695
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Minneapolis Community and Technical College

Minneapolis, MN 87.2 miles away BOC Score 45.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 43
  • Annual completions: 1,275
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Central Lakes College-Brainerd

Brainerd, MN 93.9 miles away BOC Score 60.4
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  • In-state tuition: $6,249
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,249
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 51%
  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 456
  • 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

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