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Appalachian State University

Also known as: Appalachian State University

📍 Boone, North Carolina🏛️ Town Setting👥 19,444 Undergrads🔗 www.appstate.edu

Overview

Appalachian State University is a large public research university in Boone, North Carolina. It enrolls about 19,444 undergraduate students with an acceptance rate of 90%. Graduates earn a median of $51,836 ten years after entry.

Quick Stats

Acceptance Rate

90%

Less Selective

SAT Avg

1,214

570–660

Net Price

$16,836

After avg. aid

Grad Rate (6yr)

75%

Retention

84%

First-year, FT

Median Earnings

$51,836

10 yrs after entry

Admissions

Less Selective

Acceptance Rate

90.1%

SAT Average

1,214

ACT Composite

21–27

Test Policy

Considered but not required

SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)

EBRW (Reading & Writing)

200570 – 660 (mid 50%)800

Math

200550 – 620 (mid 50%)800

ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)

Composite

121 – 27 (mid 50%)36

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition

$7,579

Annual + fees

Out-of-State

$25,212

Annual + fees

Cost of Attendance

$23,169

Total annual

Avg. Net Price

$16,836

After aid

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Avg. Net Price
$0 – $30,000	$9,325
$30,001 – $48,000	$11,600
$48,001 – $75,000	$15,204
$75,001 – $110,000	$20,840
$110,001 +	$22,382

Financial Aid Snapshot

% with federal loans

36.6%

Academics & Programs

Appalachian State University offers programs across 27 fields. Top by degrees awarded:

Business, Management & Marketing

24.5%

Biological & Biomedical Sciences

8.9%

Education

8.6%

Psychology

8.3%

Health Professions

7.8%

Communication & Journalism

7.3%

Visual & Performing Arts

5.6%

Social Sciences

5.3%

Outcomes

6-Year Grad Rate

75%

On-Time (4yr)

59%

Retention (FT)

84%

% Earning >$25K

76%

10 yrs after entry

Median Earnings After Entry

6 years

$43,663

8 years

$48,423

10 years

$51,836

Graduation Rate by Race

Asian

82.1%

White

75.5%

Diversity

Race & Ethnicity

White

78.5%

Black or African American

3.1%

Asian

1.7%

Hispanic / Latino

9.4%

Two or more races

4.8%

International

0.5%

Gender

Women

55.3%

Men

44.7%

Background

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Appalachian State University hard to get into?

Less Selective — the acceptance rate is 90%. Admitted students average an SAT of 1214.

How much does Appalachian State University cost?

In-state tuition is $7,579, and out-of-state is $25,212. Average net price after financial aid is $16,836.

What is Appalachian State University known for?

Most popular programs include Business, Management & Marketing, Biological & Biomedical Sciences, Education.

What's the graduation rate at Appalachian State University?

The 6-year graduation rate is 75%, and 84% of first-year, full-time students return for their second year.

Data source: U.S. Department of Education.