Welding Schools in Beaumont, TX

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Beaumont, Texas. 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 Beaumont, TX

#1

Lamar Institute of Technology

Beaumont, TX 3.8 miles away BOC Score 48.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 1,222
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Lamar State College-Orange

Orange, TX 9.4 miles away BOC Score 53.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 379
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Lamar State College-Port Arthur

Port Arthur, TX 19.4 miles away BOC Score 42.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 582

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Lee College

Baytown, TX 55.4 miles away BOC Score 53.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 56
  • Annual completions: 1,969

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#5

SOWELA Technical Community College

Lake Charles, LA 59.4 miles away BOC Score 49.8
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  • 3820 Senator J. Bennett Johnston Ave Lake Charles, LA 70615
  • (337) 421-6565
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 2,424
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

San Jacinto Community College

Pasadena, TX 65 miles away BOC Score 54.8
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  • In-state tuition: $2,490
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,690
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 32%
  • Programs offered: 66
  • Annual completions: 4,558
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Galveston College

Galveston, TX 68.1 miles away BOC Score 55.2
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  • Programs offered: 31
  • Annual completions: 777
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

College of the Mainland

Texas City, TX 70.2 miles away BOC Score 64.9
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 681
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Tulsa Welding School-Houston

Houston, TX 73 miles away BOC Score 43.3
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 68%
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 3,990

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Elite Welding Academy

Houston, TX 74.1 miles away
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 64

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Texas Welding Salary Snapshot

Texas
Texas Median Pay $53,340 $25.64 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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