Drafting schools in Joliet, IL
8 schools within 30 miles of Joliet, IL offer CAD & drafting programs, and one is in Joliet itself. CAD drafters in Illinois earn a median $63,320 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 8
- Closest
- 2 mi
- Public colleges
- 8
- Median pay in IL
- $63,320
8 CAD & drafting schools within 30 mi of Joliet, IL
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Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL · 20 mi · Public
- CAD & drafting
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +15
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Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL · 25 mi · Public
- CAD & drafting
- HVAC technician
- Carpentry
- +13
Prairie State College
Chicago Heights, IL · 26 mi · Public
- CAD & drafting
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +12
City Colleges of Chicago - Richard J. Daley College
Chicago, IL · 27 mi · Public
- CAD & drafting
- Electrician
- Welding
- +4
What CAD drafters earn in Illinois
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $63,320
- $30.44 an hour
- Typical range
- $56,710–$94,930
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in IL
- 450
- Job growth, 2025–35
- -6%
- 2,900 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the closest CAD & drafting schools to Joliet?
The closest are Joliet Junior College (Joliet, 2 mi), Moraine Valley Community College (Palos Hills, 20 mi), and College of DuPage (Glen Ellyn, 23 mi). In total, 8 schools within 30 miles teach CAD & drafting.
How much do CAD & drafting programs near Joliet cost?
For the 8 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $1,672 to $11,442. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do CAD drafters make near Joliet?
Across Illinois, the median pay is $63,320 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a CAD & drafting school in Joliet?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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