Where Can You Take Welding Classes in Arlington After Work?
- Night or weekend sections: William R Moore College of Technology, Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis, Delta Technical College-Mississippi, Northwest Mississippi Community College and Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson.
- William R Moore College of Technology in Memphis, 22 miles away, offers Welding Diploma (1 Year, day) and Welding Certificate (1 Year, night).
- Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis in Memphis, 23 miles away, offers Shielded Metal Arc Welder and Gas Metal Arc Welder.
- Delta Technical College-Mississippi in Horn Lake, MS, 28 miles away, offers 7-month Welding Program and 10-month Welding & Pipefitting Program.
- Welding classes in Arlington: 5 of these welding schools publish evening or weekend sections.
- Welder pay in Tennessee: a median $48,040 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Welding Classes in Arlington: 5 Colleges Teach Evenings or Weekends
- William R Moore College of TechnologyDay diploma: Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; night certificate: Mon/Wed 6:30-9:30 p.m. or Tue/Thurs 6:30-9:30 p.m. (nights offered subject to availability)
- Tennessee College of Applied Technology-MemphisFull-time day sections at Main Campus and Bartlett Extension Campus; full-time night section at Main Campus (1,296 clock hours)
- Delta Technical College-MississippiDaytime & evening classes available (class schedules vary by campus); upcoming start October 26th, 2026
- Arkansas State University Mid-SouthCertificates take one semester; the AAS takes 4 semesters (1-4 semesters, 16-62 credit hours). All welding classes are in-person; AAS general education has online classes.
- Northwest Mississippi Community CollegeTwo semesters; fall entry only; Senatobia day and evening, Batesville day
- Arkansas Northeastern CollegeTechnical certificate is one year; SMAW and TIG certificates of proficiency are one semester each.
- Tennessee College of Applied Technology-JacksonFull-time day sections at Main, Whiteville, Stanton and Lexington; part-time night section at Chester County High School meets Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM (1,296 clock hours)
Compare Welding Programs Near Arlington
| College | Distance | Tuition and fees | Welding awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| William R Moore College of TechnologyMemphis | 22 miles | $9,723 | 36 certificates, 4 associate | 50% |
| Tennessee College of Applied Technology-MemphisMemphis | 23 miles | 66 certificates | ||
| Delta Technical College-MississippiHorn Lake, MS | 28 miles | 171 certificates | ||
| Arkansas State University Mid-SouthWest Memphis, AR | 33 miles | $3,216 | 152 certificates | 58% |
| Northwest Mississippi Community CollegeSenatobia, MS | 47 miles | $3,740 | 26 certificates | 45% |
| Arkansas Northeastern CollegeBlytheville, AR | 47 miles | $2,570 | 58 certificates | 49% |
| Tennessee College of Applied Technology-JacksonJackson | 48 miles | 63 certificates |
Welding programs near Arlington, sorted by straight-line distance. Tuition: 2024–25 full-time resident rate. Awards: welding credentials conferred (IPEDS, via NCES College Navigator). Graduation rate is college-wide. Blank cells have no federal figure.
Best Welding Schools in Arlington for What You Need
Welding Schools in Arlington: Arkansas State University Mid-South and 6 Others
Arkansas State University Mid-South, West Memphis, Arkansas
Offers an associate degree and 5 certificates in welding
- Tuition / year
- $3,216 in-district, 2024–25
- Welding awards
- 152 conferred 2024–25
A degree option on top of certificates.
Teaches Stick · MIG · TIG · Flux-cored · Cutting · Fabrication
Delta Technical College-Mississippi, Horn Lake, Mississippi
Offers 2 diplomas in welding
- Welding awards offered
- 2 certificates and degrees
- Welding awards
- 171 conferred 2024–25
Teaches Stick · MIG · TIG · Flux-cored · Pipe · Fabrication
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis, Memphis, Tennessee
Offers a diploma and 3 certificates in welding
- Welding awards offered
- 4 certificates and degrees
- Welding awards
- 66 conferred 2024–25
Teaches Stick · MIG · TIG · Pipe · Cutting · Fabrication
Arkansas Northeastern College, Blytheville, Arkansas
Offers an associate degree and 3 certificates in welding
- Tuition / year
- $2,570 in-district, 2024–25
- Welding awards
- 58 conferred 2024–25
A degree option on top of certificates.
Teaches Stick · TIG · Pipe · Fabrication
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson, Jackson, Tennessee
Offers a diploma and 3 certificates in welding
- Welding awards offered
- 4 certificates and degrees
- Welding awards
- 63 conferred 2024–25
Teaches Stick · MIG · TIG · Pipe · Cutting · Fabrication
William R Moore College of Technology, Memphis, Tennessee
Offers an associate degree, 2 diplomas and a certificate in welding
- Tuition / year
- $9,723 all students, 2024–25
- Welding awards
- 40 conferred 2024–25
A degree option on top of certificates.
Teaches Stick · MIG · TIG · Pipe · Cutting · Fabrication
Northwest Mississippi Community College, Senatobia, Mississippi
Offers a certificate in welding
- Tuition / year
- $3,740 all students, 2024–25
- Welding awards
- 26 conferred 2024–25
Teaches Stick · MIG · TIG · Flux-cored · Cutting
Tuition and welding awards: NCES College Navigator, 2024–25. Programs and processes: each school's own welding page, reviewed September 2026. Distances are straight-line from Arlington.
Certificate or Associate Degree Near Arlington?
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis, Delta Technical College-Mississippi and Northwest Mississippi Community College offer certificates only; William R Moore College of Technology, Arkansas State University Mid-South and Arkansas Northeastern College also award a welding associate degree, which adds general education and takes about two years full time.
- Tennessee College of Applied Technology-MemphisShielded Metal Arc Welder: 432 clock hours; Gas Metal Arc Welder: 864 clock hours; Gas Tungsten Arc Welder: 1,296 clock hours
- Delta Technical College-Mississippi7-month Welding Program: 30 weeks; 10-month Welding & Pipefitting Program: 40 weeks
- Northwest Mississippi Community CollegeCareer Certificate: 30 hours
- Tennessee College of Applied Technology-JacksonShielded Metal Arc Welder: 432 clock hours; Gas Metal Arc Welder: 864 clock hours; Gas Tungsten Arc Welder: 1,296 clock hours
Welder Pay in Tennessee
Welder pay: annual wages for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers in Tennessee (12,510 jobs); U.S. median $53,750. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
Questions About Welding Schools in Arlington
How Much Do Welding Schools in Arlington Cost?
Arkansas Northeastern College charges the least, $2,570 a year for full-time residents in 2024-2025; William R Moore College of Technology charges $9,723. Books, tools and protective gear cost extra (Arkansas Northeastern College budgets $599 for books and supplies).
How Long Does Welding School Take Near Arlington?
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis lists Shielded Metal Arc Welder (432 clock hours) and Gas Metal Arc Welder (864 clock hours), Delta Technical College-Mississippi lists 7-month Welding Program (30 weeks) and 10-month Welding & Pipefitting Program (40 weeks) and Northwest Mississippi Community College lists Career Certificate (30 hours).
How Much Do Welders Make in Arlington?
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers in Tennessee earn a median $48,040 a year (BLS, May 2025), 11% below the U.S. median of $53,750. The top 10% earn more than $64,200.
What Is the Best Welding School Near Arlington?
Arkansas State University Mid-South scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the welding schools within 60 miles, with 152 welding awards in 2024-2025. Delta Technical College-Mississippi ranks second.
Are There Night Welding Classes Near Arlington?
Yes. William R Moore College of Technology, Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis and Delta Technical College-Mississippi publish evening or weekend sections: Day diploma: Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; night certificate: Mon/Wed 6:30-9:30 p.m. or Tue/Thurs 6:30-9:30 p.m. (nights offered subject to availability)
Welding Programs Near Arlington but Farther Out
- Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest, Newbern64 miles
- East Arkansas Community College, Forrest City, AR64 miles
- Arkansas State University-Newport, Jonesboro, AR69 miles
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- Official welding program pages of the 7 welding schools above (each college name links to its page), reviewed September 2026.
- U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS completions and College Navigator.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
