Drafting schools in Andover, MN
5 schools within 30 miles of Andover, MN offer CAD & drafting programs, and the closest is Anoka Technical College in Anoka, 5 miles away. CAD drafters in Minnesota earn a median $73,090 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 5
- Closest
- 5 mi
- Public colleges
- 4
- Median pay in MN
- $73,090
5 CAD & drafting schools within 30 mi of Andover, MN
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Hennepin Technical College
Brooklyn Park, MN · 11 mi · Public
- CAD & drafting
- HVAC technician
- Plumbing
- +20
Dunwoody College of Technology
Minneapolis, MN · 19 mi · Private
- CAD & drafting
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +7
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Minneapolis Community & Technical College
Minneapolis, MN · 19 mi · Public
- CAD & drafting
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +8
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
What are the closest CAD & drafting schools to Andover?
The closest are Anoka Technical College (Anoka, 5 mi), Hennepin Technical College (Brooklyn Park, 11 mi), and Dunwoody College of Technology (Minneapolis, 19 mi). In total, 5 schools within 30 miles teach CAD & drafting.
How much do CAD & drafting programs near Andover cost?
For the 5 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $10,272 to $26,939. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do CAD drafters make near Andover?
Across Minnesota, the median pay is $73,090 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 Andover?
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.
Drafting schools in nearby cities
- Minneapolis (20 mi)
- Woodbury (31 mi)
- Chaska (33 mi)
- Lakeville (40 mi)
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