American College of the Building Arts

American College of the Building Arts is a small private non-profit specialized institution located in Charleston, South Carolina, with an undergraduate enrollment of 155. The institution offers undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple academic disciplines, serving a student body drawn primarily from the local and regional population. As an independently governed, non-profit institution relying on tuition, endowment returns, and philanthropic support, it operates within the broader South Carolina postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 44% acceptance rate, admission is moderately selective. Admission is competitive but accessible, with 44% of applicants receiving offers each year. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $32,248 per year. The 4-year graduation rate is 63%, 18 percentage points above the national average of 45%. Prospective students are encouraged to review net price calculators and complete the FAFSA early, as institutional aid availability varies significantly by family income level.