Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians

Associate's degree · University of Arkansas-Fort Smith · Fort Smith, AR

CIP 15.13

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$29,453Median earnings 3 years after

$38,059Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

6Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith earn a median of $29,453. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $55,895 four years after graduating (middle half: $41,549–$69,506).

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians graduates from University of Arkansas-Fort Smith make?

The median salary is $29,453 and $38,059 after five years.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.