Drafting schools in South Carolina

We found 10 schools offering CAD & drafting training in South Carolina, with campuses in Graniteville, Sumter, Pendleton, and Charleston and more. CAD drafters in South Carolina earn a median $63,740 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
10
Public colleges
10
Median pay in SC
$63,740

10 CAD & drafting schools

School results

  1. Aiken Technical College

    Graniteville, SC · Public

    • CAD & drafting
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +14
  2. Central Carolina Technical College

    Sumter, SC · Public

    • CAD & drafting
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +11
  3. Florence-Darlington Technical College

    Florence, SC · Public

    • CAD & drafting
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +17
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  5. Greenville Technical College

    Greenville, SC · Public

    • CAD & drafting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +24
  6. Midlands Technical College

    West Columbia, SC · Public

    • CAD & drafting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +20
  7. Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College

    Orangeburg, SC · Public

    • CAD & drafting
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +14
  8. Piedmont Technical College

    Greenwood, SC · Public

    • CAD & drafting
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +16
  9. Tri-County Technical College

    Pendleton, SC · Public

    • CAD & drafting
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +12
  10. Trident Technical College

    Charleston, SC · Public

    • CAD & drafting
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +24
  11. York Technical College

    Rock Hill, SC · Public

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

What CAD drafters earn in South Carolina

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

Median pay
$63,740
$30.64 an hour
Typical range
$52,550–$109,840
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in SC
640
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 South Carolina?

We list 10 schools in South Carolina with CAD & drafting programs: 10 public colleges. Campuses are in Graniteville, Sumter, Pendleton, Charleston, and Rock Hill.

Are there community college CAD & drafting programs in South Carolina?

Yes. 10 public colleges in South Carolina 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 South Carolina?

Among the 10 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,406 to $14,670. 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 South Carolina?

The median pay for CAD drafters in South Carolina is $63,740 a year, and most earn between $52,550 and $109,840, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a CAD & drafting school in South Carolina?

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.