What This Means For You
Your financial aid, which includes scholarships and grants, will be based upon your financial need. The information provided on this page will show what you will likely be given at Appalachian State determined by family income and any other factor you may need to consider.
How Much Financial Aid is Available?
Appalachian State University's average financial aid deal for new first year students is $14,066. Approximately 49.0% of first year students get some money for college, most of which is scholarships and grants.
A financial aid package contains scholarships, grants, and student loans. However, student loans have to be paid back, so they aren't a true college discount.
Concerned about the loans that might be part of your financing deal? Find the average amount of debt per student at Appalachian State.
How Much Aid Is Offered in Scholarships & Grants?
These grants and scholarships are made up of primarily federally provided grants, as well as some state and local awards. 27.0% of first years at Appalachian State University (815 total) were awarded a federal grant, averaging $4,329. In addition to grants, 36.0% of first years (1,091 total) received scholarships by the university, totaling $3,356 each.
The chart below shows the typical amount of scholarship and grant aid distributed to all freshmen.
Scholarships are given based on merit or special ability, while grants are need based.
Financial Aid per Family Income
The following chart demonstrates grant and scholarship distributions by income level for first year students receiving any sort of federal Title IV assistance, such as Federal PLUS loans.
| Income Level | Percent of Freshman | Average Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| Income 0-30k | 11.4% | $11,657 |
| Income 30k-48k | 8.7% | $9,365 |
| Income 48k-75k | 10.4% | $4,807 |
| Income 75k-110k | 10.4% | $599 |
| Income 110k + | 11.4% | $251 |
Title IV aid features loans, grants, or work-study granted by the federal government typically determined by financial need. Learn more here.
The Average Undergrad Who Gets a Grant or Scholarship Will Get $7,605
Of the 16,290 undergraduates at Appalachian State University around 46.0% (7,425 total) receive some type of grant aid. The typical amount granted was $7,605.
Financial Aid Links from Appalachian State University
| Financial Aid Department Website | financialaid.appstate.edu/ |
| Net Price Calculator | appstate.edu/npc/ |
