Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD

CIP 15.1303 Associate Certificate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

103 total including inactive

States

Across 21 states

Graduates (2023)

591

Total completions

Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD is offered as a associate and certificate program at schools across 21 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are Illinois, Oklahoma and California.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Salary

$64,280

Architectural and Civil Drafters

Job Growth

+4.1%

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$5,264

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Architectural and Civil Drafters. In-state tuition ranges from $576 to $15,550, and the work is primarily mixed with light physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 369 (62.4%)

Female: 222 (37.6%)

Degree Level Distribution

Associate: 148 (25.0%)

Certificate: 443 (75.0%)

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

Realistic

Conventional

Artistic

hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; creative expression and innovation

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

Building things
Working with hands
Organization
Data management
Creative design
Artistic expression

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

✓ Practical

✓ Hands-on

✓ Organized

✓ Detail-oriented

✓ Creative

✓ Imaginative

💡 Interests

● Building things

● Working with hands

● Organization

● Data management

● Creative design

● Artistic expression

⭐ Work Values

♦ Writing

♦ Monitoring

♦ Creativity

♦ Independence

♦ Accuracy

❓ Ask Yourself These Questions

Do you enjoy hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; creative expression and innovation?

Do you value writing?

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:

• Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
• Creative individuals who value originality
• Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

⚠ Consider These Challenges:

• Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
• Those who prefer structured, rule-based environments
• Those who dislike repetitive tasks

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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.