Appalachian State University
Boone, NC · Public · Bachelor's degrees · Town
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About Appalachian State University
Appalachian State University (), or App State, is a public research university in Boone, North Carolina, United States. It was founded as a teachers' college in 1899 by brothers B. B. and D. D. Dougherty and the latter's wife, Lillie Shull Dougherty. The university expanded to include other programs in 1967 and joined the University of North Carolina System in 1971. It is classified as "R2: High Research Spending and Doctorate Production" for research activity. The university enrolls more than 21,500 students. It offers more than 150 bachelor's degrees and 70 graduate degree programs, including two doctoral programs. The university has eight colleges: the College of Arts and Sciences, the Walker College of Business, the Reich College of Education, the College of Fine and Applied Arts, the Beaver College of Health Sciences, the Honors College, the Hayes School of Music, and University College. It opened an additional campus in Hickory in 2023. The Athletic Teams compete in the Sun Belt Conference, except for a few sports that compete in the Southern Conference, such as wrestling. The university's team name is the Mountaineers.
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90%
Acceptance
$16,836
Net price
19,444
Enrollment
75%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
90%
Acceptance rate
1,214
SAT average
27
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$16,836
Average net price
$7,579
In-state tuition
$25,212
Out-of-state tuition
$12,868
Room & board
$800
Books & supplies
$23,169
Total cost of attendance
26%
Students receiving Pell grants
37%
Students with federal loans
$20,231
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$51,836
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$43,663
Median earnings (6 yrs)
75%
Graduation rate
84%
Retention rate
81%
Earn more than a HS grad
$8,690
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
19,444
Total enrollment
7%
Part-time
21
Avg. age at entry
25%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Appalachian State University FAQ
Is Appalachian State University a public or private school?
Appalachian State University is a public institution located in Boone, NC.
What is the acceptance rate at Appalachian State University?
Appalachian State University has an acceptance rate of 90%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Appalachian State University cost?
The average annual net price at Appalachian State University is $16,836 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $7,579 in-state and $25,212 out-of-state.
What is the graduation rate at Appalachian State University?
About 75% of students at Appalachian State University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Appalachian State University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Appalachian State University students earn a median of $51,836 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Appalachian State University?
Admitted students at Appalachian State University have an average SAT score of 1,214 and an ACT midpoint of 27. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Appalachian State University?
Appalachian State University enrolls about 19,444 students.
Campus
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