Welding Schools in Nixa, MO

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Nixa, Missouri. 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 Nixa, MO

#1

Midwest Technical Institute-Missouri

Springfield, MO 7.4 miles away BOC Score 46.2
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  • 3600 South Glenstone Outer Road Springfield, MO 65804-4414
  • (417) 227-4950
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 922

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Ozarks Technical Community College

Springfield, MO 11.9 miles away BOC Score 54.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 59
  • Annual completions: 1,875
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

North Arkansas College

Harrison, AR 58.1 miles away BOC Score 47.0
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  • Programs offered: 55
  • Annual completions: 818
  • Online programs available

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#4

Crowder College

Neosho, MO 61.3 miles away BOC Score 52.4
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 1,235
  • Online programs available

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#5

Franklin Technology Center Adult Education

Joplin, MO 67.3 miles away BOC Score 37.3
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  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 96

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#6

Arkansas State University-Mountain Home

Mountain Home, AR 71.3 miles away BOC Score 50.2
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  • In-state tuition: $3,312
  • Out-of-state tuition: $4,776
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 47%
  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 618
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Northwest Technical Institute

Springdale, AR 75.2 miles away BOC Score 53.8
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  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 268

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#8

Waynesville Career Center

Waynesville, MO 79.6 miles away BOC Score 45.4
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  • Programs offered: 26
  • Annual completions: 25

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#9

Southern Missouri Technical Institute

West Plains, MO 82.1 miles away BOC Score 53.5
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  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 98

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#10

Fort Scott Community College

Fort Scott, KS 94.3 miles away BOC Score 49.9
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  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 538
  • Online programs available

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Missouri Welding Salary Snapshot

Missouri
Missouri Median Pay $51,950 $24.98 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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