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American College of the Building Arts

Charleston, South Carolina · Private

62%acceptance rate
1050–1230SAT middle 50%
18–26ACT middle 50%
$26,246average net price

American College of the Building Arts admitted 62% of 58 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1050–1230 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 55% of students graduate within six years.

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What it costs

Full price with housing is – a year. After grants, students paid $26,246 on average.

Average price after grants, by family income:

  • $0–30k$26,389
  • $30–48k–
  • $48–75k–
  • $75–110k–
  • $110k+–

Quick answers

What is American College of the Building Arts’s acceptance rate?

American College of the Building Arts admitted 62% of applicants: 36 of 58 (IPEDS, fall 2023).

What SAT score do you need for American College of the Building Arts?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1050 to 1230, with a median around 1130. A score at or above 1130 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

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Sources: College Navigator (IPEDS). Costs are IPEDS 2022–23 net price and 2023–24 sticker price. Clarity Prep isn’t affiliated with American College of the Building Arts.