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Appalachian State University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores

Appalachian State University admits about 90.1% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1120–1280 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 22–27 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.

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Acceptance rate 90.1%
SAT range 1120-1280
Net price $16,082
Graduation rate 71.3%

Appalachian State University At a Glance

LocationBoone, North Carolina
TypePublic
Undergraduate Enrollment19,444
Acceptance Rate90.1%
SAT Range (Reading & Writing)570-660
SAT Range (Math)550-620
SAT Range (Combined, approx.)1120-1280
Average SAT (Combined)1214
ACT Range21-27
Average Net Price$16,082/yr
Tuition (In-State)$7,642/yr
Tuition (Out-of-State)$25,932/yr
4-Year Graduation Rate71.3%
Full-Time Retention Rate83.7%
Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry$57,488
Median Debt at Completion$19,500

How Appalachian State University Compares

Appalachian State University is more selective than about 21% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.

With about 19,444 students, it is larger than about 61% of the 265 schools in this list.

Similar Colleges

East Carolina University Greenville, NC — 89% acceptance University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC — 89% acceptance Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC — 82% acceptance University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC — 80% acceptance University of North Carolina Wilmington Wilmington, NC — 64% acceptance North Carolina A & T State University Greensboro, NC — 50% acceptance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Appalachian State University's acceptance rate?

Appalachian State University's acceptance rate is about 90.1%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What SAT score do you need for Appalachian State University?

Admitted students at Appalachian State University typically report a combined SAT score between 1120 and 1280 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).

Does Appalachian State University require the SAT?

Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Appalachian State University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.

What is the average cost of Appalachian State University?

The average net price reported for Appalachian State University is $16,082 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect the most recent data available via the College Scorecard API — see also Appalachian State University's official site.