Welding Schools in Fairfax, VA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Fairfax, Virginia. 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 Fairfax, VA

#1

Northern Virginia Community College

Annandale, VA 3.5 miles away BOC Score 62.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 54
  • Annual completions: 3,939
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Lincoln College of Technology-Columbia

Columbia, MD 33.3 miles away BOC Score 37.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 1,289

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

North American Trade Schools

Baltimore, MD 43.2 miles away BOC Score 63.4
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  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 1,448

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Germanna Community College

Locust Grove, VA 46.8 miles away BOC Score 61.1
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  • Programs offered: 44
  • Annual completions: 761
  • Online programs available

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#5

Blue Ridge Community and Technical College

Martinsburg, WV 55.1 miles away BOC Score 71.1
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  • In-state tuition: $4,752
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,808
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  • Graduation rate: 37%
  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 420
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Triangle Tech-Chambersburg

Chambersburg, PA 81 miles away
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  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 66

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#7

York County School of Technology-Adult & Continuing Education

York, PA 81.5 miles away BOC Score 77.6
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  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 830

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

J Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Richmond, VA 91.1 miles away BOC Score 52.7
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  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 793
  • Online programs available

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#9

Lancaster County Career and Technology Center

Willow Street, PA 95.9 miles away BOC Score 64.1
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  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 326

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#10

Rappahannock Community College

Glenns, VA 96.4 miles away BOC Score 50.3
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  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 474
  • Online programs available

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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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