1958
Asheville, NC

About Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College offers high-quality, transformative education in a two-year public academic setting.  Enrolled students take on workforce training, associate’s degree programs, and other experiential learning opportunities.  Join a strong community of lifelong learners seeking personal and professional development at A-B Tech.

Online associate’s degrees are available through distance learning programs at A-B Tech.  Concentrations include general arts pathways and business.  Online certificates are offered as well in information technology.  Courses are designed for working adults and offered 100% online, lending flexibility and accessibility to valuable academic journeys.   

Online resources at A-B Tech:

  • Technical assistance
  • Disability services
  • Online tutoring
  • Transferable credits to four-year institutions

Accreditation & Licensing

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Type:

2-year, Public

Highest Level Offered:

Associate's degree

Religious Affiliation:

Not applicable

Enrollment:

Undergraduate: 9,275 ; Graduate: Not applicable

Percent of Fully Online Students:

Undergraduate: 40% ; Graduate: Not applicable

Graduation Rate:

32%

Transfer Rate:

9%

Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:

$36,048

Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):

$15,528

Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:

68%

Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:

$4,141

Credit for Military Training:

Yes

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Geographic and Educational Overview

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Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College is located in North Carolina

North Carolina at a Glance:

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Raleigh
10,439,388
53,819 sq mi
16
36
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$9,200.00

Top Incentives in North Carolina:

Top Career Pathways in North Carolina:

Software Development
  • Entry Level: Software Engineer ($75,000)
  • Mid Level: Senior Developer ($115,000)
  • Senior Level: Technical Director ($160,000+)
  • Required Education: BS Computer Science
  • Certifications: AWS, Security+, Azure
Biotech Research
  • Entry Level: Research Associate ($60,000)
  • Mid Level: Senior Researcher ($95,000)
  • Senior Level: Research Director ($145,000+)
  • Required Education: BS Biotechnology
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Healthcare Management
  • Entry Level: Clinic Manager ($65,000)
  • Mid Level: Healthcare Administrator ($95,000)
  • Senior Level: Hospital Director ($150,000+)
  • Required Education: BS Healthcare Administration
  • Certifications: ACHE, CMPE
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Online Programs offered by Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College

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All Programs

Art & Liberal Arts

Associate of Arts (Pathway)

Business

Associate of Applied Science in General Business Administration

Computer Science & IT

Certificate in Information Technology / Geographic Information Systems Fundamentals
Certificate in Information Technology / Web Developer