Appalachian State University (Appalachian State) is a four-year, public school located in Boone, NC. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.

The Appalachian State's 2024 tuition & fees is $7,541 for North Carolina residents and $24,537 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 45% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,383.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 20,436 and the students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1 (6.25%).

Appalachian State's acceptance rate is 89.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 20.00%. The median SAT scores is 1180 and the ACT socre is 24.

Appalachian State ranked 15th in North Carolina Colleges rankings. Appalachian State University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Appalachian State University is $7,541 for in-state students and $24,537 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $8,380 for in-state students and $24,140 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $7,633 for North Carolina residents and $25,670 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $8,727 for North Carolina residents and $25,274 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$7,541$24,537
Graduate$8,380$24,140
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$7,633$25,670
Graduate$8,727$25,274

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »89.00% Acceptance Rate / 20.00% Yield
Test Scores »1,180 SAT / 24 ACT
Graduation Rate »75%
Transfer-out Rate17%
Retention Rate83%(full-time), 60% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio6.25% (16 to 1)
Student Population »20,436 (18,558 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$8,383

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Appalachian State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at Appalachian State
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

Appalachian State University Directory Information

Address287 Rivers St, Boone, NC 28608
Phone828-262-2000
WEBSchool's Website
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryMaster's College and University (larger programs)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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