Welding Schools in Las Cruces, NM

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Las Cruces, New Mexico. 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 Las Cruces, NM

#1

New Mexico State University-Dona Ana

Las Cruces, NM 4.6 miles away BOC Score 48.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 78
  • Annual completions: 842
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Western Technical College

El Paso, TX 37.6 miles away BOC Score 49.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 2,231

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Southwest University at El Paso

El Paso, TX 43.2 miles away BOC Score 52.9
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  • Programs offered: 22
  • Annual completions: 650
  • Online programs available

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#4

El Paso Community College

El Paso, TX 45.4 miles away BOC Score 46.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 82
  • Annual completions: 1,977
  • Online programs available

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#5

CET-El Paso

El Paso, TX 51.4 miles away BOC Score 39.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 230

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#6

New Mexico State University-Alamogordo

Alamogordo, NM 64.8 miles away BOC Score 38.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 62
  • Online programs available

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#7

Western New Mexico University

Silver City, NM 92.5 miles away BOC Score 40.0
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  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 196
  • Online programs available

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#8

Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College

Ruidoso, NM 95.6 miles away BOC Score 49.2
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  • In-state tuition: $1,372
  • Out-of-state tuition: $3,268
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 22%
  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 96
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

New Mexico Welding Salary Snapshot

New Mexico
New Mexico Median Pay $59,840 $28.77 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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