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Appalachian State University

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale Town: Distant
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Large
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 5,971
Student to faculty ratio 17 to 1
Acceptance rate 85%
Students retention rate 86%
On-time graduation rate 73%

Located in Boone, North Carolina, App State is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 85% indicates that App State is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Appalachian State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

App State boasts an impressive student retention rate of 86% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 80% and 72%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

84.7%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$7,410

Cost of attendance at Appalachian State University in 2022 for students from North Carolina.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

North Carolina's average $7,237
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$23,017

Cost of attendance at Appalachian State University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

North Carolina's average $20,075
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 54 of freshman students at Appalachian State University received on average $7,652 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$7,652
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 1,095 28% $5,116 $5,602,060
Other Federal Grant 1,096 28% $5,260 $5,764,737
State Grant/Scholarships 1,186 30% $3,157 $3,743,754
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 1,970 51% $3,299 $6,499,292
Total Grant & Scholarships 2,092 54% $7,652 $16,007,783

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Appalachian State University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Appalachian State University students is 72.7%. Female students graduated at a rate of 75.6%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 68.8%.

72.7%

  • asian 64.0% 48 students
  • African American 67.3% 74 students
  • white 74.5% 1,882 students
  • unknown 68.4% 39 students
  • hawaiian 100.0% 5 students
  • hispanic 65.4% 85 students
  • International Students 72.2% 13 students
  • Mixed Race 56.1% 64 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football Sun Belt Conference
  • Baseball Sun Belt Conference
  • Basketball Sun Belt Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Sun Belt Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Appalachian State University provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Appalachian State University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training

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