Drafting schools in Louisiana
Looking for CAD & drafting schools in Louisiana? There are 11, including 10 public colleges and 1 private career school. CAD drafters in Louisiana earn a median $77,730 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 11
- Public colleges
- 10
- Median pay in LA
- $77,730
- Cities with schools
- 2
11 CAD & drafting schools
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Bossier Parish Community College
Bossier City, LA · Public
- CAD & drafting
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +20
Central Louisiana Technical Community College - Alexandria
Alexandria, LA · Public
- CAD & drafting
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +7
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Fletcher Technical Community College
Schriever, LA · Public
- CAD & drafting
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +13
Northshore Technical Community College - Sullivan
Lacombe, LA · Public
- CAD & drafting
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +14
Drafting schools by city
- Baton Rouge (3 within 30 mi)
- Gonzales (3 within 30 mi)
What CAD drafters earn in Louisiana
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $77,730
- $37.37 an hour
- Typical range
- $44,460–$142,240
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in LA
- 420
- 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 Louisiana?
We list 11 schools in Louisiana with CAD & drafting programs: 10 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Baton Rouge, Alexandria, New Orleans, Gonzales, and Lake Charles.
Are there community college CAD & drafting programs in Louisiana?
Yes. 10 public colleges in Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
Among the 11 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $5,702 to $20,850. 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 Louisiana?
The median pay for CAD drafters in Louisiana is $77,730 a year, and most earn between $44,460 and $142,240, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a CAD & drafting school in Louisiana?
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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