Welding Schools in Staunton, VA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Staunton, 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 Staunton, VA

#1

Mountain Gateway Community College

Clifton Forge, VA 49.3 miles away BOC Score 42.0
Tuition
  • 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

#2

Central Virginia Community College

Lynchburg, VA 55.7 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

#3

Germanna Community College

Locust Grove, VA 68.6 miles away BOC Score 61.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 44
  • Annual completions: 761
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Virginia Western Community College

Roanoke, VA 80.5 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

#5

Fred W Eberle Technical Center

Buckhannon, WV 85.6 miles away BOC Score 83.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 258

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

J Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Richmond, VA 98.6 miles away BOC Score 52.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 793
  • 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

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