Welding Schools in Watertown, SD

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Watertown, South Dakota. 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 Watertown, SD

#1

Lake Area Technical College

Watertown, SD 2.9 miles away BOC Score 74.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 932
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Minnesota West Community and Technical College

Granite Falls, MN 78.2 miles away BOC Score 58.5
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $6,491
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,491
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 49%
  • Programs offered: 72
  • Annual completions: 1,146
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Mitchell Technical College

Mitchell, SD 94.1 miles away BOC Score 78.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 43
  • Annual completions: 769
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Southeast Technical College

Sioux Falls, SD 94.5 miles away BOC Score 69.7
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $7,650
  • Out-of-state tuition: $7,650
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 56%
  • Programs offered: 54
  • Annual completions: 1,193
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

North Dakota State College of Science

Wahpeton, ND 96.9 miles away BOC Score 72.6
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  • Programs offered: 56
  • Annual completions: 633
  • Online programs available

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South Dakota Welding Salary Snapshot

South Dakota
South Dakota Median Pay $49,440 $23.77 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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