Welding Schools in Kirkland, WA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Kirkland, Washington. 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 Kirkland, WA

#1

Lake Washington Institute of Technology

Kirkland, WA 1.5 miles away BOC Score 68.9
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $5,997
  • Out-of-state tuition: $12,062
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 38%
  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 878
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

South Seattle College

Seattle, WA 12.5 miles away BOC Score 47.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 877

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Renton Technical College

Renton, WA 14.4 miles away BOC Score 63.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 64
  • Annual completions: 901
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Everett Community College

Everett, WA 21.2 miles away BOC Score 66.5
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $5,032
  • Out-of-state tuition: $11,171
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 38%
  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 786
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Olympic College

Bremerton, WA 22.1 miles away BOC Score 60.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 58
  • Annual completions: 1,182

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Green River College

Auburn, WA 26.7 miles away BOC Score 56.8
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,711
  • Out-of-state tuition: $5,263
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 40%
  • Programs offered: 49
  • Annual completions: 1,441

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Bates Technical College

Tacoma, WA 33.1 miles away BOC Score 65.2
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $6,027
  • Out-of-state tuition: $12,165
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 43%
  • Programs offered: 70
  • Annual completions: 1,263
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Clover Park Technical College

Lakewood, WA 38.8 miles away BOC Score 63.9
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $6,634
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,634
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 42%
  • Programs offered: 61
  • Annual completions: 1,796
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Skagit Valley College

Mount Vernon, WA 51.1 miles away BOC Score 72.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 50
  • Annual completions: 273
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

South Puget Sound Community College

Olympia, WA 58.1 miles away BOC Score 59.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 436

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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