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Austin Peay State University

Clarksville, Tennessee · Public

97%acceptance rate
870–1080SAT middle 50%
18–24ACT middle 50%
$14,679average net price, in-state

Austin Peay State University admitted 97% of 9,093 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 870–1080 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 43% of students graduate within six years.

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Application deadlines

Austin Peay State University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:

Regular decision
Rolling admission

The application fee is $25, and Austin Peay State University accepts the Common App fee waiver.

Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Austin Peay State University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.

Early decision and early action

Austin Peay State University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How Austin Peay State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • GPA
  • Test scores

Important

  • –

Considered

  • Course rigor

Not considered

  • Class rank
  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.35 GPA. 19% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.06%
  • 3.75–3.9921%
  • 3.50–3.7419%
  • 3.25–3.4914%
  • 3.00–3.2415%
  • 2.50–2.9917%
  • 2.00–2.495%
  • Under 2.04%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $26,515 in-state and $32,059 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $14,679 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$12,559
  • $30–48k$12,983
  • $48–75k$16,365
  • $75–110k$19,443
  • $110k+$19,140

Quick answers

What is Austin Peay State University’s acceptance rate?

Austin Peay State University admitted 97% of applicants: 8,812 of 9,093 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

When is Austin Peay State University’s application deadline?

Austin Peay 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 Austin Peay State University?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 870 to 1080, with a median around 970. A score at or above 970 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

How much is Austin Peay State University’s application fee?

The application fee is $25 for 2026–27, and Austin Peay State University accepts the Common App fee waiver.

Does Austin Peay State University have supplemental essays?

No. Austin Peay State University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.

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