Welding Schools in Chattanooga, TN

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Chattanooga, Tennessee. 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 Chattanooga, TN

#1

Chattanooga State Community College

Chattanooga, TN 2.4 miles away BOC Score 48.1
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,772
  • Out-of-state tuition: $17,756
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 24%
  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 411
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Cleveland State Community College

Cleveland, TN 22.9 miles away BOC Score 45.5
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,762
  • Out-of-state tuition: $17,746
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 33%
  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 520
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

TCAT Athens

Athens, TN 43.6 miles away BOC Score 59.7
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 76%
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 197

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Northeast Alabama Community College

Rainsville, AL 51.5 miles away BOC Score 46.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 636

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-McMinnville

McMinnville, TN 51.8 miles away BOC Score 58.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 22
  • Annual completions: 343

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Georgia Northwestern Technical College

Rome, GA 58.3 miles away BOC Score 53.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 113
  • Annual completions: 4,534
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Upper Cumberland

Crossville, TN 62 miles away BOC Score 64.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 548

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Harriman

Harriman, TN 71.6 miles away BOC Score 52.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 22
  • Annual completions: 292

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville

Shelbyville, TN 72.3 miles away BOC Score 68.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 522

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Tri-County Community College

Murphy, NC 72.5 miles away BOC Score 50.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 128
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Tennessee Welding Salary Snapshot

Tennessee
Tennessee Median Pay $48,040 $23.10 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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