Introduction and Overview

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College is a public community college located in Asheville, North Carolina, USA, offering more than 150 programs, degrees and certificates covering agriculture, food and natural resources, architecture and construction, art, technology and communications, business management and administration and other fields.

History and Founding Time

The school was founded in 1959 and is one of the oldest colleges in the North Carolina Community College System.

School Strength

Faculty: It has 1,243 administrative staff. In the 2019-2020 academic year, the student-to-faculty ratio was 14:1, which can provide students with more adequate guidance and support.

Academic Achievements: The school focuses on practical teaching and connections with the community, and works closely with local businesses and industries to provide students with internships and employment opportunities to help students better adapt to workplace needs. The school has a high transfer rate and has transfer agreements with all public four-year universities in the University of North Carolina system, which facilitates students to continue their studies.

Teaching resources: The school's main campus covers an area of ​​144 acres and has multiple teaching buildings, libraries, laboratories and other teaching facilities, as well as some historical buildings such as Ivy Hall, Fernihurst, Smith-McDowell House and Sunni Crest.

Nature of the institution

A public community college, affiliated with the North Carolina Community College System.

Educational philosophy

Committed to providing diverse educational opportunities for students of different backgrounds and needs, focusing on practical teaching and close ties with the community, cultivating students' professional skills and comprehensive qualities, and helping students achieve their career goals and personal development.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: The school's practical nursing major is one of the earliest majors to be opened. In addition, majors such as electronic engineering technology and mechanical processing are also relatively outstanding. Other popular majors include liberal arts and sciences, general education and humanities, registered nursing, business administration, etc.

Key laboratories: No clear public information has been found to show that it has specific key laboratories, but in professional fields such as nursing and electronic engineering technology, it should be equipped with corresponding professional laboratories and practical facilities.

Departments

Including the College of Health Care and Public Service, the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business Administration, and the College of Engineering and Applied Technology.

Ranking

Not prominent in the mainstream university rankings, the school has a graduation rate of 32% and a transfer rate of 10% in the US News 2020-2021 ranking of community colleges.

Expenses

For the 2020-2021 academic year, in-state tuition and fees are $2,632, out-of-state tuition and fees are $8,776, and books and supplies cost about $2,000.

Campus Environment

Campus Facilities: The main campus is located on the estate of Colonel John Kerr, a former American Civil War veteran. There are many historical buildings on campus, such as Ivy Hall, Fernihurst, Smith-McDowell House and Sunni Crest, which are not only of historical value, but also provide unique venues for school teaching and activities. In addition, the school also has modern teaching buildings, libraries, laboratories, gymnasiums and other facilities, providing students with good learning and living conditions.

Natural environment: Asheville is located in western North Carolina, surrounded by mountains, with beautiful natural scenery, pleasant climate, and distinct four seasons. There are parks and green spaces around the campus, providing students with a comfortable learning and living atmosphere.

Campus culture: The school's nickname is "Trail Blazers" and its mascot is a black bear. The school offers a variety of student clubs and organizations, such as the Student Union, Art Club, Sports Club, etc., where students can make friends and expand their interests and hobbies. The school also hosts various cultural activities and sports events, such as concerts, drama performances, basketball games, etc., to enrich students' extracurricular life.