Welding Schools in Longview, TX

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Longview, 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 Longview, TX

#1

LeTourneau University

Longview, TX 4.2 miles away BOC Score 50.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 146
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Kilgore College

Kilgore, TX 11.6 miles away BOC Score 58.0
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  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 586
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Tyler Junior College

Tyler, TX 31.6 miles away BOC Score 40.7
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  • Programs offered: 57
  • Annual completions: 1,511
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Panola College

Carthage, TX 34.5 miles away BOC Score 50.4
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  • Programs offered: 31
  • Annual completions: 945
  • Online programs available

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#5

Bossier Parish Community College

Bossier City, LA 65 miles away BOC Score 42.3
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  • Programs offered: 72
  • Annual completions: 1,693
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Trinity Valley Community College

Athens, TX 67.9 miles away BOC Score 55.8
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  • Programs offered: 50
  • Annual completions: 1,523
  • Online programs available

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#7

Texarkana College

Texarkana, TX 75.2 miles away BOC Score 38.5
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  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 1,308

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#8

Angelina College

Lufkin, TX 81.6 miles away BOC Score 46.9
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  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 534
  • Online programs available

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#9

Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College

Minden, LA 87.4 miles away BOC Score 56.4
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  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 1,546
  • Online programs available

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#10

Paris Junior College

Paris, TX 89.8 miles away BOC Score 32.4
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  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 613

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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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