Appalachian State University

Boone, North Carolina

Located in Boone, North Carolina, Appalachian State University has earned dual recognition from Abound as a Best Online College and a Best College for Adults. The school combines flexible learning options with measurable student progress indicators, reflecting a focus on helping adult learners move steadily toward degree completion.

Overview

School Type

Website: www.appstate.edu

Accessibility

Distance education:Yes
Online degrees:Yes
Career services:Yes
Weekend/Evening classes:No
Credit for life experiences:Yes
On-Campus day care:Yes

Demographics

Part-time students

1,225 undergrads

Full-time undergrad students:18,079
Undergrad students over 25 years old:1,132
Pell Grant students:4,769
Online and distance education undergrad students:1,151

Part-time students

6%
Students over 25 years old

6%

Cost

In-district per-credit-hour charge for part-time students

$177

Average net price for students awarded grant/aid

$14,712

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Online & Distance Programs

Bachelor's degrees offered

Agriculture Operations and Related Sciences(1)
Communication Journalism and Related Programs(2)
Education(2)
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences(1)
Liberal Arts and Sciences General Studies and Humanities(1)

Public Administration and Social Service Professions(1)
Health Professions and Related Programs(3)
Business Management Marketing and Related Support Services(2)

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Outcomes

Retention rate for part-time students:56%
Graduation rate for part-time students:66%

Military & Veteran

Number of undergraduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits

399 students

Credit for military training:Yes
Dedicated staff member:Yes
Student veteran organization:Yes
Yellow Ribbon Program member:No
Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:Yes

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