About Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College

Founded in 1959, Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College. is a college. Located in North Carolina, which is a city setting in North Carolina, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 7,226 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.

The Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 15:1. There are 173 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate100%
Application Deadline
Application Fee0
SAT Range
ACT Range

Admissions at ABTech are considered , with ,4% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College.

17%
“We”re apathetic”
8%
“We know about current events and vote”
50%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
25%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
8%
“We save it for the classroom”
25%
“Sometimes, but not often”
50%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
17%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
17%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
83%
“I feel extremely safe”
83%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
0%
“We bought the gear”
17%
“We live for the big game”
17%
“It”s not really our thing”
0%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
42%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
42%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
8%
“Available in class”
42%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
75%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
17%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
8%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
17%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
75%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
8%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
8%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
75%
“There might be people who do”
17%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
17%
“We”re apathetic”
8%
“We know about current events and vote”
50%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
25%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
8%
“We save it for the classroom”
25%
“Sometimes, but not often”
50%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
17%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
17%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
83%
“I feel extremely safe”
83%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
0%
“We bought the gear”
17%
“We live for the big game”
17%
“It”s not really our thing”
0%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
42%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
42%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
8%
“Available in class”
42%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
75%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
17%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
8%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
17%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
75%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
8%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
8%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
75%
“There might be people who do”
17%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    13 Students rated on-campus housing 1.2 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    11 Students rated off-campus housing 2.8 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    14 Students rated campus food 2.9 stars. 14 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    14 Students rated campus facilities 4 stars. 36 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    14 Students rated class size 4.6 stars. 71 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    14 Students rated school activities 3.2 stars. 29 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    14 Students rated local services 4.1 stars. 57 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    14 Students rated academics 4.3 stars. 57 % gave the school a 5.0.

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College?

14 Students rated Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College

Samuell - 04/10/2020

I like going there to learn thats it

Sarah - 12/21/2018

Asheville-Bumcome Technical has smaller class sizes then typical universities which makes it easier to get to know your classmates and instructor. Also gives the instructor the ability to have time to help out individual students. The atmosphere on and off campus is great, all of the staff are always willing to go an extra mile to help you out.

Glen - 12/15/2018

It's a fine starter school, and they do have some facilities that can come in handy if a student needs them. The library is well stocked, the computer labs are functional and most of the technical aspects of the school are up to date and properly functioning. The campus is fairly small, since it's a community college. The staff is extremely friendly, and it's fairly easy to navigate. Parking can be a nightmare, even with the new parking deck fully built. So come early.

Sally - 11/16/2018

I am a second year college student here at ABTech, and for a community college it is an excellent choice in my opinion. There are draw backs though, being a community college everyone commutes so there is very little to no student body life. Everyone come to class and then leaves so there aren't too many opportunities to meet friends. It is possible though if you put yourself out there enough and try. There are not many clubs that I am aware of. I wanted to join a club for a while to meet new people and feel more involved but I was unable to find one that interested me. There are some really good points to ABTech though, the professors are generally very helpful and want you to succeed and are available outside of class most of the time. I have never felt unsafe on campus and the campus police are always within a 2 minute response time. I chose to attend this college the first two years because of how cheap it was. It is amazing how inexpensive they have been able to make it! Most students receive financial aid of some sort so it makes it basically free. You can't beat that! I knew that by receiving my Associates in Arts here I would be saving a huge amount of money which means I will graduate with significantly less student debt than my friends who have gone to a four year school for their whole college career. Also, I have checked with a variety of schools and even out of state schools will accept the majority of not all of my credits when I transfer! Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College is not great in terms of college life and for someone that wants to feel apart of their school; however, for those who are money conscious and who see this school as merely a stepping stone to something larger and better, ABTech can be a fantastic choice for those students with the right mindset.

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College is 100%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    I would tell myself not to take hard classes the first semester, instead let that semester be your transition semester. It really does take a whole semester to figure out your college routine and learn how to take advantage of all of the available help on campus. I also would tell myself to not be afraid to take remedial classes because it looks but much better on your transcripts to have an A in a remedial class than an F in a regular class because you were not prepared.

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  3. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates are all much older than I am but all very nice so far.

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  4. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    It is best known for enabling students to graduate in five years or less with their high school diploma and their Associate's Degree...all for free.

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  5. What's unique about your campus?

    I like the flexibility of the classes. I can still hold down a full time job and get the education I need.

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  6. What are the academics like at your school?

    AB Tech offers a wide variety of programs. There are also three transfer programs.

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  7. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    I do know of any stereotypes about the students at this school.

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  8. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The worst thing about my school is the lack of social activities. I understand that it is a community college but there is only one activity day per semester.

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  9. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Any person can attend this school. I would recommend this college to any individual who values diversity, an extraordinary education, and a community-like atmosphere where everyone can learn.

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  10. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    My school is extraordinary in that everyone is singular. No two students are alike. Professors respect everyone equally, giving everyone a mutual amount of consideration. The students and professors here all work togeter to retain a community feeling; working together to achieve a learning community that benefits everyone. I feel valued; professors actually listen to my voice.

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Student Body

Students

57%

female

43%

male

7,226

Total Undergrad Enrollment

N/A

Total Grad Students

2%

Out-Of-State

98%

In-State

N/A

International

Organizations

N/A

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

No

On-Campus Housing

N/A

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
1%
% Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
% Black or African-American
6%
% Hispanic/Latino
7%
% White or Caucasian
79%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

74% of students attending Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College receive some sort of financial aid. 61% were awarded federal grants. While 13% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$8,691

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$2,000

Books and Supplies

$6,876

Room and Board

17,567

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$7,828
$30 - $48K
$8,295
$48 - $75K
$9,114
$75 - $110K
$10,287
$110K & UP
$13,462

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