Welding Schools in Asheville, NC

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Asheville, North Carolina. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Welding Schools Near Asheville, NC

#1

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College

Asheville, NC 0.2 miles away BOC Score 44.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 64
  • Annual completions: 1,663
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Blue Ridge Community College

Flat Rock, NC 19.7 miles away BOC Score 57.3
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  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 515
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Haywood Community College

Clyde, NC 21.2 miles away BOC Score 51.1
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  • In-state tuition: $2,580
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,724
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 40%
  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 216
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

McDowell Technical Community College

Marion, NC 33.8 miles away BOC Score 43.6
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  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 308

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#5

Mayland Community College

Spruce Pine, NC 39.2 miles away BOC Score 54.9
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  • Programs offered: 22
  • Annual completions: 155
  • Online programs available

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#6

Isothermal Community College

Spindale, NC 39.4 miles away BOC Score 48.5
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  • In-state tuition: $2,030
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,638
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 52%
  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 923
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Southwestern Community College

Sylva, NC 39.8 miles away BOC Score 62.2
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  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 533
  • Online programs available

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#8

Western Piedmont Community College

Morganton, NC 49.7 miles away BOC Score 58.4
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  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 275
  • Online programs available

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#9

Spartanburg Community College

Spartanburg, SC 52 miles away BOC Score 51.3
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 936
  • Online programs available

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#10

Greenville Technical College

Greenville, SC 52.4 miles away BOC Score 52.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 64
  • Annual completions: 1,991
  • Online programs available

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North Carolina Welding Salary Snapshot

North Carolina
North Carolina Median Pay $50,590 $24.32 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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