Drafting schools in Minnesota
Looking for CAD & drafting schools in Minnesota? There are 14, including 13 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. CAD drafters in Minnesota earn a median $73,090 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 14
- Public colleges
- 13
- Median pay in MN
- $73,090
- Cities with schools
- 5
14 CAD & drafting schools
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Minneapolis Community & Technical College
Minneapolis, MN · Public
- CAD & drafting
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +8
Minnesota State Community and Technical College
Fergus Falls, MN · Public
- CAD & drafting
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +18
Northland Community & Technical College
Thief River Falls, MN · Public
- CAD & drafting
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +20
St. Cloud Technical & Community College
Saint Cloud, MN · Public
- CAD & drafting
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +18
Drafting schools by city
- Minneapolis (6 within 30 mi)
- Woodbury (5 within 30 mi)
- Lakeville (5 within 30 mi)
- Andover (5 within 30 mi)
- Chaska (5 within 30 mi)
What CAD drafters earn in Minnesota
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $73,090
- $35.14 an hour
- Typical range
- $52,380–$100,080
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in MN
- 1,220
- 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 Minnesota?
We list 14 schools in Minnesota with CAD & drafting programs: 13 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Campuses are in Minneapolis, Alexandria, Anoka, White Bear Lake, and Saint Cloud.
Are there community college CAD & drafting programs in Minnesota?
Yes. 13 public colleges in Minnesota 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 Minnesota?
Among the 14 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $9,635 to $26,939. 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 Minnesota?
The median pay for CAD drafters in Minnesota is $73,090 a year, and most earn between $52,380 and $100,080, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a CAD & drafting school in Minnesota?
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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