Welding Schools in Kingsville, TX (2026): Programs & Salaries

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Kingsville, Texas. 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 Kingsville, TX

#1

Miller-Motte College-STVT-Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi, TX 30.6 miles away BOC Score 44.1
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 71%
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 257

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Southern Careers Institute-Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi, TX 32.8 miles away BOC Score 29.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 310
  • Online programs available

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#3

Del Mar College

Corpus Christi, TX 32.9 miles away BOC Score 45.8
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  • Programs offered: 46
  • Annual completions: 1,131
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Coastal Bend College

Beeville, TX 64.3 miles away BOC Score 33.6
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  • In-state tuition: $2,916
  • Out-of-state tuition: $5,226
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 14%
  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 288

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

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#5

Southern Careers Institute-Harlingen

Harlingen, TX 90.9 miles away BOC Score 42.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 348
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Southern Careers Institute-Pharr

Pharr, TX 92.2 miles away BOC Score 36.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 411
  • Online programs available

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#7

South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco

Weslaco, TX 92.5 miles away BOC Score 52.9
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 79%
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 300

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

McAllen Careers Institute

McAllen, TX 93 miles away BOC Score 65.2
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  • Graduation rate: 84%
  • Programs offered: 1
  • Annual completions: 122

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#9

South Texas College

McAllen, TX 97 miles away BOC Score 54.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 2,095
  • Online programs available

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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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