Application Period Information
Below you will find information about current and upcoming application periods for Selective and Limited programs.
To learn more about the application requirements, first, schedule an appointment with a Student Advisor on the Student Advising Appointments page. Advisors can be reached by emailing advising@abtech.edu.
Student Advisors are also available to meet in person in the Bailey Building at A-B Tech Asheville during our Hours of Operation. No appointment is necessary.
2025 Fall Limited Programs
Students are accepted into these programs on a first-come, first-served basis, and the programs fill quickly. The following programs are still accepting applications.
- Brewing, Distillation, and Fermentation
- Esthetics Instructor
- Cosmetology Instructor
- Manicuring Instructor
- Medical Assisting
2026 Spring Selective Programs
Beginning September 2, 2025, until October 24, 2025, A-B Tech will be accepting applications for the following Selective programs for the Spring 2026 semester.
2026 Fall Veterinary Medical Technology
Beginning September 2, 2025, until October 24, 2025, A-B Tech will be accepting applications for the Veterinary Medical Technology program for the Fall 2026 semester.
2026 Fall RIBN
Beginning September 2, 2025, until February 13, 2026, A-B Tech will be accepting applications for the RIBN program.
2026 Fall Selective Programs
Beginning February 2, 2026, until March 13, 2026, A-B Tech will be accepting applications for the following programs.
- Associate Degree Nursing
- Dental Assisting
- Dental Hygiene
- Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Paramedic to ADN
- Practical Nursing
- Radiography
- Sonography
- Surgical Technology
* Note: Applications will be accepted for Veterinary Medical Technology if the program does not fill during the September 2 application period.