Welding and Machining

Welding/Machining

If you are interested in a career in welding or machining, these schools might be good for you!

Average Salary: $42,000-$45,000

Job Market: Expected to grow 3% from 2019-2029, which would add jobs

Skills: Physical stamina (stand for a long time), working with machinery, working in loud or hot conditions

Interests: Machines, making things

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Location: Chicago, near 75th and Pulaski

Program(s) Offered: CNC Machining, CNC Operations, Industrial Welding, Welding

What you get: Basic or Advanced Certificates

Size: 7,673

Tuition: $3,500*

* Most students can attend City Colleges of Chicago for free. CCC also offers a scholarship if you have a GPA over 3.0

Location: River Grove, IL

Major(s) Offered: Welding, Mechatronics

What you get: Certification or Associate's Degree

Size: 10,529

Tuition: $357/credit hour for out of district students (if you live in Chicago), probably around $10,000-$25,000

*they offer scholarships, and you can use FAFSA aid

Location: Melrose Park, Illinois

Program(s) Offered: Automotive Technology, Collision Repair and Refinishing

What you get: Certification (Associate's Degrees also available)

Size: 717

Tuition: ~$15,000-$30,000*

*Scholarships are available, tuition changes depending on the program