Welding Schools in Gulfport, MS

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Gulfport, Mississippi. 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 Gulfport, MS

#1

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College

Perkinston, MS 24.8 miles away BOC Score 51.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 75
  • Annual completions: 1,909
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Pearl River Community College

Poplarville, MS 40.3 miles away BOC Score 52.2
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  • Programs offered: 58
  • Annual completions: 1,100
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Northshore Technical Community College

Lacombe, LA 52.6 miles away BOC Score 41.6
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  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 3,504
  • Online programs available

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#4

Nunez Community College

Chalmette, LA 62.4 miles away BOC Score 44.3
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  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 1,212
  • Online programs available

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#5

Bishop State Community College

Mobile, AL 63 miles away BOC Score 42.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 1,152
  • Online programs available

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#6

Delgado Community College

New Orleans, LA 68.8 miles away BOC Score 41.7
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  • Programs offered: 85
  • Annual completions: 2,367
  • Online programs available

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#7

Jones County Junior College

Ellisville, MS 81 miles away BOC Score 45.6
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  • Programs offered: 47
  • Annual completions: 1,233
  • Online programs available

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#8

Coastal Alabama Community College

Bay Minette, AL 82.1 miles away BOC Score 42.3
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  • In-state tuition: $5,040
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,910
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  • Graduation rate: 29%
  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 1,153
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Mississippi Welding Salary Snapshot

Mississippi
Mississippi Median Pay $51,100 $24.57 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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Career Overview

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