School Summary

Appalachian State University


General Information:

Founded in 1899, Appalachian State University is seated on 1200 acres located in Watauga county. It is a university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. The school has a student/faculty ratio of 16:1.
Libraries:
This institution has 2 libraries.

Computer Labs:
At least one staffed computer lab is available to students. A wireless computer network is available throughout the campus. Number of computers available are 1150. Free student email accounts are available.
Institutional Control:
State control

Address, Phone and URL:

287 Rivers St

Boone, NC
28608
For more information call: 828 262-2000. This school has a website at https://www.appstate.edu/
Application information for this school is available at https://admissions.appstate.edu/apply


Application Fee: $65
Admission Requirements: A written essay or personal statement is Required for Freshmen.
High School transcripts are Required for Freshmen.
Application Requirements:
Tests Required for some Students: SAT or ACT


In-State (per year) Out of State (per year)
Tuition $4,242.00 $22,532.00
Room and Board $12,985.00 $12,985.00
Fees $3,980.00 $3,980.00
Total $21,207.00 $39,497.00

A tuition installment payment plan is available. Financial aid information may be available from the school's website at https://www.appstate.edu/.


Special Programs
The following special programs are offered: Some degree programs are available as an online learning option, External Degree Program, English as a Second Language program, Distance learning program, Double major option, Independent study, Student-designed majors, Honors program, Graduate courses offered on campus open to Undergraduates, Internships, Sponsors its own study-abroad program, Part-time undergraduate degree programs.

Academic Competitiveness
Moderate competition - More than 75% of freshmen were in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on SAT (critical reading and math scores combined) or over 18 on ACT; about 85% or fewer of all applicants accepted.

Incoming Freshmen SAT Scores
Scores Verbal Math
700-800 12.15% 5.37%
600-699 48.31% 38.98%
500-599 33.05% 49.15%
400-499 5.36% 5.09%
300-399 1.13% 1.41%
200-299 0% 0%



Incoming Freshmen ACT Scores
Scores Percentage of Students
30-36 11.29%
24-29 45.6%
18-23 35.72%
12-17 7.28%
6-11 0.11%
1-5 0%



Incoming Freshmen High School Ranking
Percentage Percentage of Students
Top 10% 11%
11-25% 23.00%
26-50% 38.00%
Under 50% 28.00%



Triathlon, Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Fencing, Football, Golf, Ice hockey, Lacrosse, Rock climbing, Rugby, Skiing (downhill), Soccer, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Track and field, Ultimate frisbee, Volleyball, Wrestling, Cross-country running

Triathlon, Archery, Basketball, Cheerleading, Equestrian sports, Fencing, Field hockey, Golf, Ice hockey, Lacrosse, Rock climbing, Rugby, Skiing (downhill), Soccer, Softball, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Track and field, Ultimate frisbee, Volleyball, Cross-country running

Badminton, Baseball, Bowling, Basketball, Equestrian sports, Golf, Racquetball, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Table tennis, Ultimate frisbee, Volleyball, Weight lifting, Cross-country running

Badminton, Bowling, Basketball, Golf, Racquetball, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Table tennis, Ultimate frisbee, Volleyball, Weight lifting, Cross-country running


Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Track and field, Wrestling

Basketball, Field hockey, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and field, Volleyball


Undergraduate

Undergraduate Only Count
Male 8,742
Female 10,818
Total 19,560


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional Count
Male 9,329
Female 12,241
Total 21,570

Student Body By Racial/Ethnic Category
Student Body by Racial/Ethnic Category Percentage
Asian 2%
African American 3%
Hispanic 9%
Native American 0%
White 79%
Other 7%
Student Body By Age
Student Body by Age Percentage
Under 25 Years Old 93%
At Least 25 Years Old 7%
Student Body By Residence Status
Student Body by Residence Status Percentage
In State 90%
Out Of State 10%
Student Body By Housing Status
Student Body by Housing Status Percentage
Live On Campus 31%
Live Off Campus 69%


Home football games, Club Expo, Fall Family Weekend

Student Yosef Club, Appalachian State University Gardening Club, Appalachian Educators, Health Professions Club, Watauga Humane Society Club


Instructional Program Code        Instructional Program Title

  • 45.1001                                           Political Science and Government, General
  • 26.0101                                           Biology/Biological Sciences, General
  • 27.0101                                           Mathematics, General
  • 19.0901                                           Apparel and Textiles, General
  • 23.0101                                           English Language and Literature, General
  • 50.0701                                           Art/Art Studies, General
  • 27.0501                                           Statistics, General
  • 42.0101                                           Psychology, General
  • 40.0801                                           Physics, General
  • 40.0501                                           Chemistry, General
  • 45.0601                                           Economics, General
  • 50.0301                                           Dance, General
  • 51.0000                                           Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
  • 50.0408                                           Interior Design
  • 50.0404                                           Industrial and Product Design
  • 50.0406                                           Commercial Photography
  • 30.0000                                           Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
  • 03.0103                                           Environmental Studies
  • 51.2207                                           Public Health Education and Promotion
  • 11.0701                                           Computer Science
  • 30.2001                                           International/Globalization Studies
  • 38.0101                                           Philosophy
  • 30.4401                                           Geography and Environmental Studies
  • 52.0213                                           Organizational Leadership
  • 03.0104                                           Environmental Science
  • 51.0201                                           Communication Sciences and Disorders, General
  • 52.0601                                           Business/Managerial Economics
  • 09.0903                                           Advertising
  • 43.0104                                           Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
  • 13.1011                                           Education/Teaching of Individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities
  • 54.0101                                           History, General
  • 44.0000                                           Human Services, General
  • 50.0501                                           Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
  • 05.0207                                           Women's Studies
  • 19.0706                                           Child Development
  • 52.1304                                           Actuarial Science
  • 38.0201                                           Religion/Religious Studies
  • 50.0605                                           Photography
  • 40.0601                                           Geology/Earth Science, General
  • 26.0908                                           Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology
  • 26.1301                                           Ecology
  • 09.0101                                           Speech Communication and Rhetoric
  • 45.0201                                           Anthropology, General
  • 45.1101                                           Sociology, General
  • 45.0701                                           Geography
  • 09.0902                                           Public Relations/Image Management
  • 09.0701                                           Radio and Television
  • 09.0401                                           Journalism
  • 51.3801                                           Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • 15.0000                                           Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General
  • 10.0301                                           Graphic Communications, General
  • 50.0903                                           Music Performance, General
  • 52.0801                                           Finance, General
  • 51.2201                                           Public Health, General
  • 52.0201                                           Business Administration and Management, General
  • 52.1201                                           Management Information Systems, General
  • 52.1401                                           Marketing/Marketing Management, General
  • 24.0101                                           Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
  • 44.0701                                           Social Work
  • 50.0409                                           Graphic Design
  • 15.0507                                           Environmental/Environmental Engineering Technology/Technician
  • 04.0301                                           City/Urban, Community, and Regional Planning
  • 11.1003                                           Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance
  • 31.0301                                           Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management, General
  • 51.0701                                           Health/Health Care Administration/Management
  • 50.0702                                           Fine/Studio Arts, General
  • 51.3101                                           Dietetics/Dietitian
  • 52.0203                                           Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
  • 52.1101                                           International Business/Trade/Commerce
  • 52.1701                                           Insurance
  • 52.0212                                           Retail Management
  • 52.2001                                           Construction Management, General
  • 50.1002                                           Fine and Studio Arts Management
  • 50.1003                                           Music Management
  • 52.0301                                           Accounting
  • 52.0901                                           Hospitality Administration/Management, General
  • 13.1302                                           Art Teacher Education
  • 13.1305                                           English/Language Arts Teacher Education
  • 13.1328                                           History Teacher Education
  • 13.1311                                           Mathematics Teacher Education
  • 13.1312                                           Music Teacher Education
  • 13.1314                                           Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
  • 13.1209                                           Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
  • 13.1202                                           Elementary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1203                                           Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
  • 51.2305                                           Music Therapy/Therapist
  • 01.8301                                           Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant
  • 31.0505                                           Exercise Science and Kinesiology
  • 01.1099                                           Food Science and Technology, Other
  • 16.0199                                           Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services, Other
  • 13.1299                                           Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other
  • 13.1399                                           Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other

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