Is Appalachian State University worth it?
Appalachian State University is a public, four-year institution in Boone, North Carolina (small town). It awarded 5,270 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in psychology, business administration and management and marketing management.
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Federal context for Appalachian State University
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Median earnings 1 year after
$37,893
Median earnings 4 years after
$54,010
Median earnings 10 years after
$51,836
Average net price
$16,836
Completion rate
75%
Completions (2024)
5,270
Years to pay back
1.2 years
Students (undergrad)
19,444
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $27,484 | $47,720 | 250 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $44,126 | $64,932 | 227 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $69,420 | $78,943 | 226 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $41,144 | $46,057 | 221 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | Bachelor's | $36,559 | $55,671 | 189 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's | $41,018 | $48,255 | 172 |
| Design and Applied Arts | Bachelor's | $34,722 | $53,543 | 172 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $29,946 | $53,228 | 162 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Bachelor's | $24,829 | $55,594 | 162 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $42,999 | $69,439 | 145 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management | Bachelor's | $29,646 | $41,052 | 132 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $52,004 | $75,396 | 122 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Bachelor's | $27,631 | $46,207 | 118 |
| Political Science and Government | Bachelor's | $30,096 | $54,344 | 116 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $35,796 | $55,474 | 112 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 362 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 236 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | Bachelor's | 232 |
| Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology | Bachelor's | 197 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 190 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | 177 |
| Construction Management, General | Bachelor's | 143 |
| Finance, General | Bachelor's | 114 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | Bachelor's | 107 |
| Accounting | Bachelor's | 99 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 26% | 14,679 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 13% | 7,265 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 9% | 5,307 |
| Retail Trade | 7% | 4,164 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 7% | 3,915 |
| Finance and Insurance | 6% | 3,585 |
| Public Administration | 5% | 2,904 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 2,521 |
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Sources: federal figures for Appalachian State University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for North Carolina. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page