At a glance
Average net price
$16,836
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
74.5%
Admission rate
90%
Undergrad size
19,444
In-state tuition
$7,579
Out-of-state tuition
$25,212
Cost of attendance
$23,169
Median earnings (10y)
$51,836
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,214
- ACT midpoint
- 27
- Retention
- 83.7%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
27 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (26%), business (25%), stem (18%).
- STEM18%
- Health8%
- Business25%
- Humanities & arts18%
- Social sciences26%
- Trades & services6%
- Business24.5%~4,772 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~1,734 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education8.6%~1,666 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology8.3%~1,622 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~1,515 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Communication7.3%~1,412 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~1,085 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences5.3%~1,027 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~601 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~556 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~488 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~461 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science2.3%~443 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~426 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English2.0%~395 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech1.2%~229 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~224 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History1.0%~196 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.7%~138 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~99 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.5%~93 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~89 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~68 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Agriculture0.2%~41 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~31 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~17 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Architecture0.1%~14 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 626 | $24,806 | $21,444 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 529 | $23,141 | $21,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 501 | $38,477 | $21,497 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 479 | $35,815 | $21,500 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 394 | $39,491 | $19,500 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 321 | $27,318 | $23,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 288 | $30,352 | $18,750 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 269 | $32,168 | $21,500 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 259 | $34,417 | $21,500 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 256 | $35,741 | $21,614 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 223 | $21,973 | $23,125 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 223 | $59,623 | $20,000 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 215 | $30,268 | $22,184 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 209 | $25,938 | $21,500 |
| Construction Management. | Bachelor's | 208 | $56,322 | $20,280 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management. | Bachelor's | 188 | $22,764 | $19,706 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 179 | $44,199 | $21,267 |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Bachelor's | 172 | $51,462 | $23,551 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 170 | $44,318 | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Graduate certificate | 158 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 156 | — | $19,875 |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 156 | $27,883 | $20,361 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 152 | $60,824 | $22,500 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 143 | $40,088 | $23,262 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 138 | $57,587 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 136 | $21,250 | $21,430 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 135 | $36,293 | $21,500 |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Bachelor's | 132 | $28,326 | $23,250 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 116 | $34,283 | $24,125 |
| Social Work. | Master's | 114 | $39,964 | — |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 111 | $34,081 | $23,250 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Graduate certificate | 109 | $37,631 | — |
| Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services. | Bachelor's | 107 | $22,716 | $25,025 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 105 | $15,835 | $21,985 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 97 | — | $20,400 |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 95 | $33,116 | $24,949 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 87 | $29,824 | $18,935 |
| Library Science and Administration. | Master's | 84 | $46,613 | — |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 84 | $19,651 | $23,250 |
| Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services. | Master's | 84 | $45,824 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Appalachian State University
Appalachian State University is a very large institution located in Boone, North Carolina, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 19,444 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Biological sciences, Education.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Appalachian State University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $16,836 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $7,579 for in-state students and $25,212 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $23,169 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 74.5%, a strong completion outcome. 83.7% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $51,836 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Appalachian State University confers degrees and certificates across 27 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Biological sciences, Education. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (26% of credentials), business (25% of credentials), stem (18% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Appalachian State University accepts 90% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,214. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 27.
Location & campus
Set in Boone, North Carolina (town), Appalachian State University draws students from across North Carolina and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Appalachian State University
Q.How much does Appalachian State University cost?
The average net price at Appalachian State University is $16,836 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $23,169.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Appalachian State University?
Appalachian State University has a 6-year graduation rate of 74.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Appalachian State University?
Appalachian State University admits 90% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Appalachian State University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Appalachian State University graduate earns $51,836 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Appalachian State University?
Published tuition is $7,579 in-state and $25,212 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Appalachian State University located?
Appalachian State University is located in Boone, North Carolina (ZIP 28608).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Appalachian State University at their official website.