Welding Schools in Kennewick, WA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Kennewick, Washington. 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 Kennewick, WA

#1

Columbia Basin College

Pasco, WA 4.6 miles away BOC Score 61.3
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $6,555
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,668
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 30%
  • Programs offered: 56
  • Annual completions: 587

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Blue Mountain Community College

Pendleton, OR 40.2 miles away BOC Score 45.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 25
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Walla Walla Community College

Walla Walla, WA 43.3 miles away BOC Score 70.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 50
  • Annual completions: 949
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Big Bend Community College

Moses Lake, WA 64.6 miles away BOC Score 66.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 405
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Perry Technical Institute

Yakima, WA 69.9 miles away BOC Score 65.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 985

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Washington Welding Salary Snapshot

Washington
Washington Median Pay $63,020 $30.30 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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