Welding Schools in Blacksburg, VA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Blacksburg, Virginia. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Welding Schools Near Blacksburg, VA

#1

New River Community College

Dublin, VA 16.6 miles away BOC Score 53.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 865
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Virginia Western Community College

Roanoke, VA 24.9 miles away BOC Score 54.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 47
  • Annual completions: 1,129
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Mercer County Technical Education Center

Princeton, WV 38.3 miles away BOC Score 64.7
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  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 194

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Wytheville Community College

Wytheville, VA 40.2 miles away BOC Score 54.3
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  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 621
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Patrick & Henry Community College

Martinsville, VA 45.8 miles away BOC Score 56.2
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  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 341
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Mountain Gateway Community College

Clifton Forge, VA 51.1 miles away BOC Score 42.0
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  • In-state tuition: $5,022
  • Out-of-state tuition: $11,460
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 42%
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 211

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

New River Community and Technical College

Beaver, WV 53 miles away BOC Score 42.3
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  • In-state tuition: $5,156
  • Out-of-state tuition: $9,646
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  • Graduation rate: 33%
  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 309
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Academy of Careers and Technology

Beckley, WV 56.6 miles away BOC Score 61.2
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  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 264

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#9

Surry Community College

Dobson, NC 60.5 miles away BOC Score 57.7
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  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 593
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Central Virginia Community College

Lynchburg, VA 68.9 miles away BOC Score 50.4
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $5,157
  • Out-of-state tuition: $11,595
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 43%
  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 919
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Virginia Welding Salary Snapshot

Virginia
Virginia Median Pay $59,180 $28.45 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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