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Become a Mountaineer

Are you beginning your college journey? Do you want to complete an undergraduate degree? Maybe you are ready to put in a graduate school application? At App State, you can find your passion, dive into research, discover the joy of service and get engaged with clubs, organizations and activities. Whether you want an on-campus experience on the Boone or Hickory campus or need the flexibility of an online education, check out what App State has to offer.

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Undergraduate Admissions

App State is known for its special combination of people and place, set in one of the country’s most beautiful locations — with more than 150 majors and world-class faculty to choose from. Choose App State to strengthen your academic focus, discover your passions, enhance your leadership skills and take the next step in your life’s journey.

Review admission requirements and deadlines, estimate costs and scholarships, sign up for a visit and find out how to apply to App State.

Undergraduate Admissions

Undergraduate Academic Profile

Can you get in to App State? Below are the GPA/test score ranges of the middle 50% of first-year admits. 25% of admitted students fall either below or above these levels:

Weighted GPA:
3.82–4.34
SAT scores (new – evidence-based reading and writing and math):
1100–1270
ACT scores (composite):
22–28

The cumulative GPA range of the middle 50% of admitted transfer students: 2.82–3.58

Which type of student are you?

  • First-year Student

    I’m a current high school senior, in early college, or haven't attended college since graduating high school.

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  • Transfer Student

    I have completed college coursework since graduating high school and wish to continue my education on campus.

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  • App State Online Student

    I want to complete my undergraduate degree online.

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Graduate Admissions

With more than 80 graduate degree and certificate programs, there are many opportunities to advance your education, learn new skills and elevate your career.

Review admission requirements and deadlines, estimate cost and scholarships, sign up for a visit, find out how to apply to graduate school and learn how our accelerated master's program can speed up your time to earn both a bachelor's and master's degree.

Graduate Admissions
  • Main Campus Student

    I want to earn a master's, graduate certificate, Ed.S. or doctorate on campus.

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  • App State Online Student

    I want to earn a master's, graduate certificate, Ed.S. or doctorate online.

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Keeping College Affordable

App State is consistently ranked among the best value colleges in America, meaning you can invest in your future for less. Scholarships, financial aid and student employment opportunities are available to help keep your education attainable.

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