Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD at Grand Rapids Community College in Grand Rapids, MI
Total Graduates
15
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
87%
13 of 15
Female Graduates
13%
2 of 15
Annual Tuition & Fees
$8,049
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Grand Rapids Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Design AAAS (904) | 24% | 79% | 85% | $11,026 |
| Mechanical Design Certificate (928) | — | 82% | 85% | $11,414 |
In the Mechanical Design AAAS (904) program at Grand Rapids Community College, 79% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 24% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,026 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Mechanical Design Certificate (928) program at Grand Rapids Community College, 82% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,414 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$68,510
10-Year Job Growth
-6.5%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Mechanical Drafters
SOC: 17-3013 | $54,808 | -6.5% | 0%
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Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$51,383
Peak Salary
$85,638
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (0)
No specific skills data available
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
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