Mountaineers take many paths after graduation. Their experiences at Appalachian State University help them hit the ground running.
According to App State’s Career Development Center, nearly 90% of 2022–23 undergraduate and graduate alumni are employed and/or enrolled in continuing higher education programs within one year of graduation.* Additionally, over the past few years approximately 30% of each class of App State undergraduate alumni has gone on to pursue additional higher education.
Employers and graduate schools alike welcome App State graduates for many of the same reasons: They are driven, innovative, well prepared and possess a strong work ethic.
Students work alongside faculty mentors in classroom, laboratory and fieldwork settings, engaging in research experiences that equip them with the skills and know-how to succeed in graduate school or as a new hire. Through this work, students collect and analyze data firsthand and present their findings to peers and professionals in their field through regional, national and even international conferences.
In the 2023–24 academic year, 9,941 students earned academic credit for an internship, practicum, clinical experience or student teaching at one of 1,529 different in-person and virtual sites, gaining real-world work experience in the process.
*Knowledge rate on all 2022–23 graduates: 74.9%
Success stories
Learn about the success of some of App State's recent graduates:
Career Development Center stats
- 9 career fairs each year
- 650+ employer visits
- More than 17,500 employers approved to recruit on campus
- 15,149 students participated in a CDC experience in 2023–24
- 99% of students reported their career counseling appointment helped them with their specific need
Career exploration and professional development
- On-campus student employment for gaining work experience and transferable skills.
- Assessment and counseling to assist students in selecting career paths aligned with their interests and skills.
- Internship and job seeking guidance for writing resumes and cover letters, learning successful interview skills, and finding internships and full-time employment.
Learn more at careers.appstate.edu
Life and career success
Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go! App State generates passionate and engaged alumni who become leaders in their communities and chosen professions. They exemplify how an App State education can and does make the world a better place.