Drafting schools in Kentucky

We found 7 schools offering CAD & drafting training in Kentucky, with campuses in Ashland, Prestonsburg, Lexington, and Paducah and more. CAD drafters in Kentucky earn a median $68,880 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
7
Public colleges
7
Median pay in KY
$68,880

7 CAD & drafting schools

School results

  1. Ashland Community & Technical College

    Ashland, KY · Public

    • CAD & drafting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +16

  2. Big Sandy Community & Technical College

    Prestonsburg, KY · Public

    • CAD & drafting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +15

  3. Bluegrass Community & Technical College

    Lexington, KY · Public

    • CAD & drafting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +21

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  5. Elizabethtown Community & Technical College

    Elizabethtown, KY · Public

    • CAD & drafting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +16

  6. Hazard Community & Technical College

    Hazard, KY · Public

    • CAD & drafting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +19

  7. Jefferson Community & Technical College

    Louisville, KY · Public

    • CAD & drafting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

  8. West Kentucky Community & Technical College

    Paducah, KY · Public

    • CAD & drafting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +22

What CAD drafters earn in Kentucky

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

CAD drafter salary in KentuckyHow to become a CAD drafter

Median pay
$68,880
$33.12 an hour
Typical range
$50,530–$96,020
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in KY
510
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

How many CAD & drafting schools are in Kentucky?

We list 7 schools in Kentucky with CAD & drafting programs: 7 public colleges. Campuses are in Ashland, Prestonsburg, Lexington, Paducah, and Elizabethtown.

Are there community college CAD & drafting programs in Kentucky?

Yes. 7 public colleges in Kentucky offer CAD & drafting. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does CAD & drafting school cost in Kentucky?

Among the 7 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $2,955 to $6,376. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do CAD drafters make in Kentucky?

The median pay for CAD drafters in Kentucky is $68,880 a year, and most earn between $50,530 and $96,020, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a CAD & drafting school in Kentucky?

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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