Appalachian State University
Founded 1899
President Sheri Everts (Chancellor)
Fees USD 7,382
Acceptance Rate Selective (20–50%)
Campus Setting Suburban
Appalachian State University is a public regional comprehensive university founded in 1899 in Boone, in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. Enrolling 21,000 students at 3,300 feet elevation on one of the most stunning campuses in the US, App State is nationally recognized for sustainability (solar and wind energy programs) and is consistently ranked among the best regional universities in the South.
Colleges
- Walker College of Business — AACSB-accredited; top NC regional business school
- Reich College of Education — Teacher preparation for Western North Carolina
- College of Health Sciences — Nursing and allied health programs
- College of Arts and Sciences — Sustainability and renewable energy pioneer
How to Apply
- Application: Common App | Acceptance Rate: ~73% | In-State Tuition: ~$7,382