Is Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College worth it?
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College is a public, two-year institution in Asheville, North Carolina (small city). It awarded 1,620 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, information technology and registered nursing.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$35,528
Median earnings 4 years after
$45,910
Median earnings 10 years after
$36,048
Average net price
$11,602
Completion rate
40%
Completions (2024)
1,620
Years to pay back
1.0 years
Students (undergrad)
5,110
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $29,456 | $39,097 | 143 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $48,052 | $57,384 | 63 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $63,410 | $67,599 | 62 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate | $33,274 | $36,887 | 38 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Undergraduate certificate | $29,126 | $40,550 | 36 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Undergraduate certificate | $30,592 | $40,033 | 35 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Associate | $32,651 | $44,435 | 30 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $36,095 | $43,794 | 25 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate | $32,602 | $38,846 | 21 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | $37,714 | $54,737 | 20 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $36,536 | N/A | 19 |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate certificate | $37,078 | $45,919 | 19 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $36,817 | $41,169 | 19 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Associate | $41,027 | $50,001 | 18 |
| Agricultural Business and Management | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 294 |
| Information Technology | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 80 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 75 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 47 |
| Culinary Arts/Chef Training | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 46 |
| Medical Office Management/Administration | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 45 |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 44 |
| Electrician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 43 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 43 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 42 |
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Sources: federal figures for Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for North Carolina. Counts under 10 are not published.
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