Appalachian State University

About the university

Established in 1899, Appalachian State University is a public higher education institution located in Boone, North Carolina. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ASU is a large university with an enrollment range of 20,000-24,999 students. Appalachian State University offers bachelor's, master's, and doctorate degrees in various fields of study. With a least selective admission policy and an acceptance rate range of 80-89%, ASU is considered a less selective institution that welcomes international students. The university provides academic and non-academic facilities and services including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid, scholarships, study abroad programs, online courses, distance learning opportunities, and administrative support to its student body.