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App State has earned a Research 2 designation through the Carnegie Classification system for high research activity and doctorate production. App State’s research expenditures in fiscal year 2023 were more than $8.4 million and, in 2022–23, the university awarded 20 doctoral degrees.
The latest college rankings and recognitions of six national publications — including U.S. News & World Report, The Princeton Review and Forbes magazine — have one thing in common: All place App State among the best schools in the nation, and the Southeast, for 2024–25.
In fall 2026, App State will launch a new Doctor of Nursing Practice program, designed to educate family practice nurse practitioners and respond to health care provider shortages, especially in rural areas. The program has been approved by the UNC System Board of Governors.
On Feb. 27, 2025, the UNC Board of Governors elected Dr. Heather Hulburt Norris as the next leader of Appalachian State University. Norris has served as interim chancellor since April 2024. Her career has been characterized by her strong, collaborative leadership and service to both App State and the greater community, and she brings more than two decades of academic leadership, vision and expertise to her role as chancellor.
Sustainability and resilience are guiding principles at App State and institutionally interwoven into our strategic plan, academic mission, engagement locally and globally and day-to-day best practices. We are recognized as a national leader for our endeavors.
We're enhancing the App State Experience with a stronger physical infrastructure and five-year goals that further empower human potential. Get the full picture by visiting the App State's Future website, which details our growth and change.
Join a diverse and dynamic community that elevates your dreams and champions your capacity for real impact with life-changing opportunities for research and exploration.
Congratulations on joining the Mountaineer family at Appalachian State University! Were thrilled to have you here and cant wait to help you make the most of your first year. Welcome to App is your one-stop destination for discovering exciting events, programs, and opportunities designed to help you connect with fellow students, explore campus life, and feel at home in the High Country.
Boonearoo is back! Join Campus Activities on Sanford Mall to see The Weasels (Boone, NC), Madison’s Harley (Charlotte, NC), and easy honey (Charleston, SC) play some awesome sets. Make sure you don’t miss out on what will be a beautiful night on the mall, full of head-banging songs, chill beats and good vibes all around.
App State's annual FanFest, this year presented by Mercy Urgent Care, will welcome fans to Kidd Brewer Stadium for a free opportunity to interact with Mountaineer student-athletes. Every sports team will be represented. Posters, autographs with App State student-athletes and coaches, inflatables and other interactive games. Concessions and App State merchandise will be sold.
Binchtopia, hosted by Julia Hava and Eliza McLamb, is bringing its sharp, insightful commentary on today’s cultural chaos to the stage, blending psychological and sociological perspectives with in-depth research on pop culture and timely topics. Binchtopia’s Summer Sleepover Tour combines thoughtful analysis, irreverent humor, and audience engagement for a one-of-a-kind experience tailored to each city.
Join the Appalachian Popular Programming Society on August 19th from 3-6pm for an afternoon of activities! Come dunk your friends in a dunk tank, race on inflatables, and make a street sign for your apartment.
Health, Wellness, and Safety Festival is a resource fair dedicated to putting new students in direct contact with the campus and community efforts related to their health and well-being while at App State. Students will be invited to play games, win prizes, and get to know new friends and faces that are here to help along the way.
Each Fall, App State hosts events for Mountaineer Families to enjoy the App State experience together, showcasing a variety of campus and community events, and offering an opportunity for students to show their families their favorite App State places and things to do on campus and in Boone.
Join us at the Turchin Center for the Visual Arts every First Friday of the month as downtown Boone comes alive with creativity, community, and celebration! Explore our captivating galleries featuring contemporary art exhibitions, meet local artists, and enjoy free admission. Whether you’re an art enthusiast or simply looking for an inspiring night out, the Turchin Center is the perfect place to start your First Friday Art Crawl adventure.
The Common Reading Program at Appalachian State University is delighted to offer “Callings: The Purpose and Passion of Work,” from legendary American radio producer and documentarian Dave Isay, as the university's common reading book for the 2025-2026 academic year. Isay’s work over the past three decades has earned him nearly every award in broadcasting, including five Peabody Awards, a Guggenheim Fellowship, a MacArthur "Genius Grant," the 2015 TED Prize, and numerous other recognitions.
August 12 - 20, 2025
September 5 - 7, 2025
