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Appalachian State University

Boone, NC • public • I | Sun Belt Conference
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Acceptance
88.6%
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Grad Rate
73%
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Cost
$19,835 / $37,468

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Town (Distant)
Student Population
Undergrad: 20,856 • Total: 23,026
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
Boone, NC
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Website
www.appstate.edu
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
M1: Master's Colleges & Universities – Larger Programs

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 9,163 (43.9%) • Female: 11,693 (56.1%)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
88.6%
21,275 admitted from 24,001 applicants
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 560-650
Math: 540-630
Total: 1100-1280
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
21-27
Application Types Offered
RD —
Application Requirements
—
Application Fee
$65
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
Rolling: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
73.1%
4-Year Graduation Rate
58.1%
Freshman Retention Rate
85.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$19,835
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$37,468
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $4,242
Out-of-state: $21,875
Room & Board
$12,868
Books & Supplies
$2,725
Students Receiving Pell Grants
26%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
Sun Belt Conference
Men's Sports (6)
Baseball (FBS) Basketball (FBS) Football (FBS) Golf (FBS) Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) (FBS) Wrestling (FBS)
Women's Sports (8)
Basketball Field Hockey Golf Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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Common questions about Appalachian State University

What is Appalachian State University's acceptance rate?
Appalachian State University accepts 89% of applicants, from 24,001 applications.
How much does Appalachian State University cost?
Tuition and fees are $4,242 in-state and $21,875 out-of-state.
What ACT score do you need for Appalachian State University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 21 and 27 on the ACT.
What is Appalachian State University's graduation rate?
73% of students graduate within six years.