Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians

Associate's degree · Southern Maine Community College · South Portland, ME

CIP 15.13

$45,319Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$11,377Median federal debt
8Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians at Southern Maine Community College earn a median of $45,319 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $55,895 four years after graduating (middle half: $41,549–$69,506). Median debt is $11,377, about 25% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians graduates from Southern Maine Community College make?

The median salary is $45,319 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $11,377.

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