Appalachian State University College Portrait
Appalachian State UniversityBoone, NC 28608
(828) 262-2120
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The Big Picture: How many students were on campus in Fall 2012
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| Total Students | 17,589 | |
|---|---|---|
Undergraduate Snapshot
| Total Undergraduate Students | 15,712 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gender | ||
| Women | 8,261 | 53% |
| Men | 7,451 | 47% |
| Race/Ethnicity | ||
| American Indian / Alaskan Native | 37 | <1% |
| Asian | 220 | 1% |
| African American / Black | 449 | 3% |
| Hispanic | 585 | 4% |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 11 | <1% |
| White | 13,617 | 87% |
| Two or More Races | 332 | 2% |
| International | 145 | 1% |
| Race/Ethnicity Not Reported | 316 | 2% |
| Where do Appalachian undergraduates call home? | |
|---|---|
| North Carolina | 91% |
| Other US States & Territories | 8% |
| Other Countries | 1% |
| Residency Unknown | <1% |
| How old are Appalachian undergraduates? | |
| Average Age | 21 |
| Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older | 7% |
| Low Income Students | |
| % of Undergraduate Students Who Are Low Income Students | 26% |