Summary General graduation requirements and application for program completion Degree, Diploma, and Certificate Programs A-B Tech awards degrees, diplomas, and certificates when all requirements for graduation have been satisfied. At least 25 percent... Read More

Summary How to purchase a cap, gown, and diploma for graduation Fee and Materials Beginning with the 2018–2019 academic year, there is no longer a separate program completion fee when you finish your program. Instead, you will be charged a $6 ... Read More

Graduation Photos Summary Instructions for viewing professional photos taken at graduation Overview At the A-B Tech graduation, a professional photographer takes a photograph of each graduate. Following the ceremony, graduates receive an email... Read More

Summary Tuition and fees for residents and non-residents Current Tuition for the 2025–2026 Academic Year Residency and Enrollment Status Charge North Carolina Residents   N.C. residents per semester (16 or more credit hours) $1,216 N.C... Read More

Regalia for Commencement Summary Overview of regalia students can wear for commencement Overview Students can wear certain regalia at commencement as a sign of special recognition. Honor Criteria Regalia for Commencement How to... Read More

Records and Registration Office  Summary  Services and contact information for the Records and Registration Office, also called the Registrar’s Office  Overview  The Records and Registration Department/Registrar's Office assists... Read More

Summary Overview of how to receive a certificate after completing a certificate program Applying for a Certificate The first step in receiving a certificate is to complete the "Program Completion Application" form. This paperless application can be... Read More

Summary Overview of the Academic Fresh Start Program Overview Academic Fresh Start (see Catalog, page 83), also known as "grade forgiveness," is available if you haven't attended A-B Tech for three years. Upon re-enrolling, you must maintain a 2... Read More

Summary Courses and programs offered through our Law Enforcement Training  Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) Curriculum Certificate We offer a Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) certificate. This program is designed to give students... Read More

Summary Overview of the A-B Tech Honor Society, Phi Theta Kappa Phi Theta Kappa Student membership in the Honor Society is by invitation only and is extended to eligible students twice a year, in the fall and the spring. To be eligible, you need to... Read More