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Appalachian State University

Boone, NC·Public·~90% acceptance

Located in Boone, NC, Appalachian State University is a public university. Admissions are accessible, with about 90% of applicants accepted. Students pay an average net price of about $16,836 per year after financial aid. About 74% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $51,836 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$16,836/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $23,169
Aid cuts ~$6,333/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
EA
RD
Rolling

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Admissions
GPA range3.32–3.82
SAT (middle 50%)1120–1280
ACT (middle 50%)21–27
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
74%
graduation rate
84%
freshman retention
$43,663
median earnings, 6yr
$51,836
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is Appalachian State University's acceptance rate?
Appalachian State University admits about 90% of applicants.
How much does Appalachian State University cost?
At Appalachian State University, the average net price after aid is about $16,836 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $23,169 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Appalachian State University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1120–1280 on the SAT and 21–27 on the ACT.
What are Appalachian State University's application deadlines?
Appalachian State University's deadline is Regular Decision around Rolling. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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