Welding Schools in Poplar Bluff, MO

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Poplar Bluff, 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 Poplar Bluff, MO

#1

Three Rivers College

Poplar Bluff, MO 1.4 miles away BOC Score 40.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 342
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Poplar Bluff Technical Career Center

Poplar Bluff, MO 2.6 miles away
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 22

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#3

Black River Technical College

Pocahontas, AR 46.9 miles away BOC Score 55.3
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  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 1,461
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center

Cape Girardeau, MO 58.6 miles away BOC Score 59.8
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  • 1080 S. Silver Springs Rd. Cape Girardeau, MO 63703-7511
  • (573) 334-0826
Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 77%
  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 164

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Arkansas Northeastern College

Blytheville, AR 65.7 miles away BOC Score 52.0
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  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 362
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Mineral Area College

Park Hills, MO 74.4 miles away BOC Score 51.4
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  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 253
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest

Newbern, TN 78 miles away BOC Score 52.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 989

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#8

Southern Missouri Technical Institute

West Plains, MO 80.2 miles away BOC Score 53.5
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  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 98

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#9

Shawnee Community College

Ullin, IL 83.4 miles away BOC Score 51.6
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  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 611
  • Online programs available

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#10

Arkansas State University-Newport

Newport, AR 88.8 miles away BOC Score 57.3
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  • In-state tuition: $3,312
  • Out-of-state tuition: $4,752
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 44%
  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 1,832
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

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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