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YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE AWAITS Whether you’re discovering your passion, studying abroad, leading a student organization or landing your first internship, App State is where you’ll experience an adventure worth remembering.
21K+ Students
650+
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Employers visit campus each year to recruit Mountaineers
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Top 5
Graduation rate in UNC System
Research 2 Institution
Meaningful discovery and innovation open to undergraduates from day one
Best Colleges in America The Wall Street Journal
Best in the U.S. The Princeton Review
#2 Public School In the South U.S. News & World Report
#4 Most Innovative School In the South U.S. News & World Report
Top 5 Best for Vets Military Times
#1 in the
Nation
for alumni who are National Board Certified Teachers 10 years in a row — and counting
Top Business School The Princeton Review
10,000
Students participate in academic internships each year
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Above: Working with Dr. Zach Russell, App State students are developing an AI-enhanced microscope that can identify parasites in minutes and support local farmers.
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Above: Team Sunergy designs, builds and races solar vehicles, earning its second first-place finish in the American Solar Challenge’s multioccupant vehicle category in 2026. Pictured is driver John Diekmann ’24.
Right: Senior physics major Chloe Thompson conducts research alongside faculty in App State’s Biophysics and Optical Sciences Facility.
BUILD WHAT’S NEXT
Learning happens everywhere at App State. In classrooms, laboratories, performance spaces, internships and field experiences, you’ll gain the knowledge and practical experience to prepare for what’s next.
ACADEMIC DESTINATIONS Beaver College of Health Sciences / Learn alongside healthcare professionals and gain practical experience that prepares you to improve lives and strengthen communities.
Reich College of Education / Gain the knowledge and experience to make a difference in classrooms, schools and communities.
College of Arts and Sciences / Explore complex questions, expand your perspective and build skills that translate across careers and industries.
Walker College of Business / Build the leadership, analytical and strategic skills needed in a rapidly changing global marketplace.
College of Fine and Applied Arts / Combine creativity, problem-solving and applied learning to design solutions with real-world impact. Hayes School of Music / Develop your talent, deepen your craft and prepare for a career shaped by the power of music.
The Honors College / Join a community of high-achieving students committed to deeper learning, research and leadership.
HEAR FROM MOUNTAINEERS “I was able to obtain three different industry internships — which led to multiple job offers before beginning my senior year of college.” -Harrison Cameron ’20, Risk Management and Insurance (BSBA)
BLAZE YOUR OWN TRAIL
Some students arrive with a career path already in mind. Others discover it along the way. With more than 150 undergraduate programs, you’ll have the flexibility to explore your interests and create an academic experience that reflects your goals.
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Construction Management Criminal Justice^` Accounting` Cybersecurity^` Actuarial Science Dance Studies` Advertising` Digital Journalism Anthropology^` Apparel Design and Merchandising` Economics^` Electronic Media/Broadcasting Art and Visual Culture^` Elementary Education (K-9)* Art Education (K-12)* English^` Biology*^` English, Secondary Education* Building Sciences^` Environmental Science^ Career and Technical Education*^ Fermentation Sciences` Chemistry*^` Finance and Banking` Child Development*^` Gender, Women’s and Sexuality Communication Sciences and Studies` Disorders` Geography^` Communication Studies` Community and Regional Planning` Geology*^` Global Studies` Computer Information Systems^` Graphic Communications Computer Science` Management^`
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EXPLORE ALL YOUR POSSIBILITIES appstate.edu/academics
Graphic Design` Health and Physical Education (K-12)* Health Care Management` History^` History/Social Studies Education* Hospitality and Tourism Management` Individually Designed Industrial Design^ Interior Design International Business` Kinesiology^` Languages, Literatures and Cultures*^` Management^` Marketing^` Mathematics*^` Middle Grades Education (6-9)*^ Music Education (K-12)*^ Music Industry Studies^ Music Performance^’ Music Therapy Nursing Nutrition and Foods^` Philosophy` Photography^` Physics*^` Political Science^` Professional Studies Psychology^` Public Health`
Public Relations Recreation Management^` Religious Studies^` Renewable Energy Technology` Risk Management and Insurance` Social Work` Sociology^` Special Education (K-12)*^` Studio Art^` Supply Chain Management` Sustainable Development^` Theatre Arts*^`
HICKORY PROGRAMS
Accounting Computer Information Systems^ Criminal Justice Cybersecurity Elementary Education*^ Management Marketing Professional Studies Psychology^ Supply Chain Management
* Majors available as Teacher Education ^ Majors available with multiple concentrations ` Minors available
ONLINE PROGRAMS
Advertising Career and Technical Education Child Development - Birth through Kindergarten Communication Studies Elementary Education Management Middle Grades Education - Science and Social Studies Nutrition and Foods - Nutrition and Wellness Professional Studies Social Work Special Education Veterinary Technology
EARN TWO DEGREES IN LESS TIME Through accelerated pathways, eligible students can begin graduate coursework while completing their bachelor’s degree.
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97%
of undergraduates are employed and/or enrolled in graduate school within one year of graduation
Two-time App State graduate Haley Martin ’23 ’25 earned her bachelor’s in Biology with a concentration in environmental biology before pursuing her master’s degree. Here, she conducts fruit fly research as part of her graduate work.
ANYTHING BUT ORDINARY Innovation isn’t confined to a building, and adventure isn’t limited to weekends. At App State, every day is an opportunity to share new experiences and explore fresh possibilities.
400+ Clubs and organizations
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Sororities and fraternities Interfraternity Council, Multicultural Greek Council, National Pan-Hellenic Council, Panhellenic Council
2 million Acres of nearby national forests and parks
LEARN BY DOING
Mountaineers roll up their sleeves, explore new territories, test their creative limits and build community wherever they go.
RESEARCH At App State, research isn’t reserved for graduate school. As an undergraduate, you can work alongside faculty, join projects, test ideas and explore questions that matter to you. As a Research 2 institution, discovery is woven into every experience — from makerspaces and research labs to student organizations, entrepreneurial programs and community partnerships.
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World-class research institutes and centers
Solar Vehicle Racing Team 1st place — 2026 Electrek American Solar Challenge
GLOBAL LEARNING
SUSTAINABILITY
Pack your passport. We give you the tools to see the world.
Sustainability at App State is not a trend, it’s a tradition. Our commitment to economic, social, and environmental resilience is woven into the fabric of our academic and student life.
Top 4
Nationally for number of students studying abroad
NEARLY
45
Countries represented in App State’s student body
Top Producer of Fulbright Scholars
2,000+ Courses incorporate sustainability
COMMUNITY AND SERVICE Discover the difference you can make for others, and learn more about yourself.
$12M
Contributed to the local community through volunteer hours
100+
Local nonprofit organizations served each year
150+
Community-focused groups that serve locally and beyond
Teach and research abroad
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HEAR FROM MOUNTAINEERS “Studying abroad has surrounded me with a lot of genuine people who want to make a difference, and it has opened me up to other perspectives of the world. I strongly encourage any student to take advantage of these opportunities.” -Devin Axtell ’25, Ecology, Evolution and Environmental Biology (BS)
$100M In utilties savings since 2002-03
ACHIEVE MORE TOGETHER
Nobody succeeds alone. Whether you need academic coaching, tutoring, wellness support, career guidance or help navigating college life, you’ll find people ready to support you every step of the way.
ACADEMICS AND ADVISING The Disco Student Learning Center / Learn more effectively Academic Advising College STAR program / Support for students with learning differences The University Writing Center
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Career Development Center
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WELLNESS, HEALTH AND SAFETY Appalachian Cares / Your source for wellness, health and safety information Student Health Service / The primary care campus health clinic Counseling and Psychological Services Wellness and Prevention Services / Supporting student well-being through health education, wellness programs and campuswide health initiatives App State Police Department Appalachian Safety App / Turn your phone into an additional personal safety device Mountaineer Safe Walk / Safety escort service for students
EXPLORE THE RESOURCES THAT HELP YOU
THRIVE
• Among the top graduation rates in the UNC System • Proven career outcomes and low average student debt • Robust safety resources & emergency protocols • Affordable tuition
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HEAR FROM MOUNTAINEERS “There are so many great resources and so many people who want to encourage you to succeed. Take advantage of everything App State has to offer, because this is a really special place.” -Erin Rice ’25, Public Relations (BS)
Why Families Love App State
100+
Intramural and club sports
GAME ON Whether you’re a Mountaineers fan, an outdoor enthusiast, looking for fun competition, wanting to prioritize fitness or all of the above, App State has plenty to offer.
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Recreational and athletic facilities
Join your friends
Student tickets to all home games
Top 10
Best baseball stadiums USA Today
Top 25
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Best football stadiums ESPN
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EXPLORE THE ARTS You’ll find endless opportunities to express yourself, connect with a vibrant creative community and experience the transformative power of the arts.
Live music
Year-round at campus venues
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Exhibition and performance venues on campus
600+
Arts and humanities events and workshops each year
BRING YOUR APPETITE Whether you’re grabbing coffee before class, meeting friends for lunch or picking up a late-night snack, you’ll find dining options that fit your schedule, preferences and budget.
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All-access dining halls, local and national brands, coffee shops, markets, locally-owned food trucks and more
More than
25%
Of food served is sourced locally — often from our own sustainable farm
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Allergy-friendly college Spokin
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FOOD DROPS, SPECIALS, EVENTS & UPDATES @AppStateDining
MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME Your residence hall is more than where you sleep. It’s where friendships begin, study groups form and lifelong memories are made.
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Modern residence halls
24/7
Access to residence hall staff
WHAT WILL YOUR ROOM LOOK LIKE? CHECK OUT 360°
views of rooms and amenities. housing.appstate.edu
LOCATIONS THAT INSPIRE WHAT’S NEXT App State’s distinct campuses offer diverse and dynamic learning environments that fit your needs, schedule and personality.
BOONE Boone combines the energy of a college town with easy access to the outdoors. Restaurants, coffee shops, live music venues, hiking trails and campus traditions are all part of daily life here.
HICKORY Located in North Carolina’s Catawba Valley region, App State Hickory offers access to academic programs, industry partnerships and career opportunities in a convenient, connected setting.
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Can’t come to campus? Campus will come to you. App State Online offers more than a dozen undergraduate programs designed to connect you to a high-quality education from wherever you are.
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Knoxville Asheville
Winston-Salem Greensboro
HICKORY Charlotte
Greenville
Raleigh
BEST Places to Live and Play
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National Geographic magazine
SAFE
One of the safest cities in NC
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SafeWise.com
#1
Most Beautiful and Affordable Places to Live in the U.S.
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Travel + Leisure
BEST Places to Live in NC
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BIG VALUE — BIGGER POSSIBILITIES A college degree should open doors, not create financial stress. With competitive tuition, generous financial aid and some of the lowest student debt levels in North Carolina, App State helps make your goals more affordable.
ANNUAL ESTIMATED COSTS
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Tuition & Fees
$8,399
$27,259
$5,618
$24,478
Standard OnCampus Housing
$7,578*
$7,578*
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N/A
Standard Meal Plan
$5,796*
$5,796*
N/A
N/A
(incl. textbook rental program)
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*App State Hickory students do not pay for housing and meal plans.
CHECK OUT YOUR OPTIONS:
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Top 4
LOWEST AVERAGE STUDENT DEBT Among 4-year public & private NC schools
Textbook rental program saves students hundreds each year
Top 25 America’s Best Value Public Universities — SmartAsset
$25M App State aid awarded to students annually
$5M
in outside aid awarded to students annually
25%
App State students graduate with zero college debt
SCHOLARSHIPS We offer financial aid based on need, academic excellence and athletic achievement, along with opportunities for outside aid. We’re ready to help you and your family manage the cost of college in the most responsible, cost-effective way possible. Apply by Nov. 15 to be considered for most university scholarships
APPLY TO APP STATE
Apply anytime and receive your admission decision in as little as 2-4 weeks. Apply by Nov. 15 to be considered for most university scholarships.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED: Complete the Common App and submit $65 app fee (or approved fee waiver) Submit your official high school transcript(s)* *If you have a weighted GPA below 2.8, you will be required to submit a minimum ACT score of 17 or an SAT score of 930.
START YOUR MOUNTAINEER JOURNEY admissions.appstate.edu/apply
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HEAR FROM MOUNTAINEERS
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“The combination of engaging professors, high-level instruction, hands-on learning and a tight-knit cohort has driven my success post-graduation.” -Kalina Hanowski ’23, Child Development (BS)
READY FOR APP STATE? UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS Appalachian State University PO Box 32004 Boone, NC 28608 828-262-2120 admissions.appstate.edu @ApplyAppState
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