Drafting schools in Maryland
Looking for CAD & drafting schools in Maryland? There are 11, including 11 public colleges. CAD drafters in Maryland earn a median $76,740 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 11
- Public colleges
- 11
- Median pay in MD
- $76,740
- Cities with schools
- 8
11 CAD & drafting schools
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Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MD · Public
- CAD & drafting
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +9
Baltimore City Community College
Baltimore, MD · Public
- CAD & drafting
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- EMT & paramedic
- +8
Carroll Community College
Westminster, MD · Public
- CAD & drafting
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- EMT & paramedic
- +2
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College of Southern Maryland
La Plata, MD · Public
- CAD & drafting
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Pharmacy technician
- +7
Community College of Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD · Public
- CAD & drafting
- HVAC technician
- CNC machining
- +15
Hagerstown Community College
Hagerstown, MD · Public
- CAD & drafting
- CDL & truck driving
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +9
Howard Community College
Columbia, MD · Public
- CAD & drafting
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- EMT & paramedic
- +7
Drafting schools by city
- Baltimore (6 within 30 mi)
- Frederick (4 within 30 mi)
- Gaithersburg (5 within 30 mi)
- Bowie (5 within 30 mi)
- Hagerstown (3 within 30 mi)
- Annapolis (5 within 30 mi)
- Westminster (4 within 30 mi)
- Bel Air (3 within 30 mi)
What CAD drafters earn in Maryland
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $76,740
- $36.89 an hour
- Typical range
- $51,890–$123,090
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in MD
- 360
- 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 Maryland?
We list 11 schools in Maryland with CAD & drafting programs: 11 public colleges. Campuses are in Baltimore, Hagerstown, Arnold, Westminster, and Wye Mills.
Are there community college CAD & drafting programs in Maryland?
Yes. 11 public colleges in Maryland 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 Maryland?
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 $2,725 to $15,987. 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 Maryland?
The median pay for CAD drafters in Maryland is $76,740 a year, and most earn between $51,890 and $123,090, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a CAD & drafting school in Maryland?
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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