Appalachian State University
Boone, North Carolina · Public
Appalachian State University admitted 94% of 22,184 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1110–1270 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 73% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
Appalachian State University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $65, and Appalachian State University accepts the Common App fee waiver. Appalachian State University asks for the Common App personal essay.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Appalachian State University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Appalachian State University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
446 students were offered a spot on the waitlist, 222 took it, and 129 were admitted from it.
What admissions weighs
How Appalachian State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- Class rank
- GPA
Important
- Test scores
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Considered
- Essay
- Character
- First generation
Not considered
- Recommendations
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.80 GPA. 9.0% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $23,324 in-state and $40,320 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $14,712 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Appalachian State University’s acceptance rate?
Appalachian State University admitted 94% of applicants: 20,827 of 22,184 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Appalachian State University’s application deadline?
Appalachian State University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for Appalachian State University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1110 to 1270, with a median around 1190. A score at or above 1190 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Appalachian State University’s application fee?
The application fee is $65 for 2026–27, and Appalachian State University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
What does Appalachian State University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Appalachian State University asks for the Common App personal essay.
Does Appalachian State University have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, Appalachian State University asks 1 question of its own on top of the main essay (one short essay, up to 250 words). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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