Welding Schools in Hattiesburg, MS

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. 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 Hattiesburg, MS

#1

Jones County Junior College

Ellisville, MS 21 miles away BOC Score 45.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 47
  • Annual completions: 1,233
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Pearl River Community College

Poplarville, MS 34.7 miles away BOC Score 52.2
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  • Programs offered: 58
  • Annual completions: 1,100
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College

Perkinston, MS 37.8 miles away BOC Score 51.3
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  • Programs offered: 75
  • Annual completions: 1,909
  • Online programs available

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#4

Southwest Mississippi Community College

Summit, MS 68 miles away BOC Score 64.8
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  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 286
  • Online programs available

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#5

Copiah-Lincoln Community College

Wesson, MS 68.7 miles away BOC Score 63.6
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  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 444
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Northshore Technical Community College

Lacombe, LA 78.1 miles away BOC Score 41.6
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  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 3,504
  • Online programs available

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#7

East Central Community College

Decatur, MS 79 miles away BOC Score 46.4
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  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 297

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#8

Meridian Community College

Meridian, MS 80.9 miles away BOC Score 50.6
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  • Programs offered: 60
  • Annual completions: 893
  • Online programs available

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#9

Bishop State Community College

Mobile, AL 85.8 miles away BOC Score 42.3
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 1,152
  • Online programs available

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#10

Hinds Community College

Raymond, MS 92.2 miles away BOC Score 53.6
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  • Programs offered: 70
  • Annual completions: 2,718
  • Online programs available

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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

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