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Appalachian Students

Appalachian State University seeks to enroll new students who will be academically motivated in the classroom and who will bring a diverse pool of talents and interests to the university.

Submitting the Application

Apply On-lineTo make the application process easier, we encourage you to apply on-line. Why? It's easy (the on-line form has detailed instructions). It's safe (the data is encrypted). And applying on-line also means a shorter review and notification process.

The application for admission for the Fall, Spring, and Summer 2010 academic terms will be available online in early September.

If it is not possible for you to apply on-line, please contact our office for further assistance. Admissions representatives are available weekdays (Monday-Friday) from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST. Call 828-262-2120; e-mail admissions@appstate.edu; or contact us if you have any questions. How you apply--on-line or paper-- will not have any bearing on the admission decision.

The Application Package (for Freshman Applicants)

A complete application package includes the following items:

  • A completed online application.
  • A non-refundable application fee of $50.
  • Official copy of high school transcripts that includes grades 9 - 12.
  • SAT or ACT results submitted directly to Appalachian from the appropriate testing service.
  • Official college transcripts submitted directly to Appalachian from each previously attended institution. This includes freshman applicants who are taking (or have completed) college dual-enrollment courses.
  • Please Note: You may be asked to submit a "Criminal Background Check" as required by the UNC system. This can take an additional 2-5 business days to complete your application.

 

The Application Package (for Transfer/Returning/Second Degree/Non-Degree Applicants)

A complete application package includes the following items:

  • A completed online application.
  • A non-refundable application fee of $50.
  • Official copy of high school transcripts that includes grades 9 - 12.
  • SAT or ACT results submitted directly to Appalachian from the appropriate testing service (we recommend that all transfer applicants submit test scores but transfer students with fewer than 30 semester hours of transferable work must present SAT or ACT scores).
  • Official college transcripts submitted directly to Appalachian from each previously attended institution.
  • Please Note: You may be asked to submit a "Criminal Background Check" as required by the UNC system. This can take an additional 2-5 business days to complete your application.
  • If your application becomes complete two weeks prior to the start of the term you intend to enroll, you will be required to submit a "Criminal Background Check" as required by the UNC system. The estimated cost is $22.35 and must be paid by the applicant. [ Read more about this policy ]

Official high school and college transcripts should be mailed to:

The Office of Admissions
Appalachian State University
A.S.U. Box 32004
Boone, North Carolina, 28608-2004