American College of the Building Arts

This College Catalog for the American College of the Building Arts outlines the institution's vision to be a leading resource in higher education for building arts, and its mission to educate and train artisans for the preservation and understanding of architectural heritage through a liberal arts education. The document details five guiding principles: lifelong commitment, achievement and excellence, successful educational learning outcomes, outreach and development, and resource management. It further provides comprehensive information on academic programs (Associate and Bachelor of Applied Science in Building Arts with various craft specializations), admission requirements, financial aid policies, health and safety protocols, student services, and detailed course descriptions for the academic year 2025-2026.

The American College of the Building Arts educates and trains artisans in traditional building arts to encourage the preservation, enrichment, and understanding of the world's architectural heritage through a liberal arts education. The college aims to be the leading resource in higher education dedicated to the innovative practice, study, and promotion of the Building Arts, focusing on community development, academic program establishment, learning outcome creation, outreach to future students and supporters, and resource management.