Appalachian State University: what international applicants need

What are Appalachian State University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Appalachian State University admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Appalachian State University's acceptance rate?

90.1% for students who started in fall 2024: Appalachian State University admitted 22,188 of its 24,614 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Appalachian State University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. Appalachian State University requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

What SAT score do you need for Appalachian State University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 550–620 in Math and 570–660 in Reading and Writing (9% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 21–27.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Appalachian State University's application fee for international students?

Appalachian State University's application fee is $65 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Appalachian State University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Appalachian State University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Appalachian State University accept?

Appalachian State University doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Appalachian State University require?

Appalachian State University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Appalachian State University require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Appalachian State University requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Appalachian State University have?

131 of Appalachian State University's 19,560 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0.7%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Appalachian State University cost for international students?

Appalachian State University is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $25,212 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $7,579). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $12,868. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $41,696 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source

Does Appalachian State University give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2024-25, Appalachian State University gave institutional scholarships or grants to 34 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2024-25