Costs & Scholarships
Paying for college can be the most significant barrier to your college education. We understand that and offer ways to help. Many students use a combination of financing sources; such as scholarships, financial aid, and student employment, to make it work. Whatever your financial situation, our admission counselors can help you find the answers you need. Contact us at 828-262-2120.
Costs
Estimated undergraduate expenses for the 2008-09 academic year are listed below. Visit the Office of Student Accounts for more cost details including graduate, part-time and per-class costs.
| In-state Costs per Semester |
In-state Costs per Year |
Out-of-state Costs per Semester |
Out-of-state Costs per Year |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and fees* | $2,267 | $4,534 | $7,297 | $14,594 |
| Room** | $1,700 | $3,400 | $1,700 | $3,400 |
| Standard meal option*** | $980 | $1,960 | $980 | $1,960 |
| Total | $4,947 | $9,894 | $9,977 | $19,954 |
*Includes hardback textbook rental
**Standard Room Cost
***Super ($1,380), High ($1,135) and Low ($780) meal options are also
available. The Low option is not available to freshmen.
Scholarships
We believe that strong academic performances should be rewarded. We also believe that the University benefits from the presence of a diversity of thinkers and achievers. Each year, we award more than $2 million in scholarship funds to encourage the endeavors of talented Appalachian students.
If you think your academic or extracurricular record might qualify you for one of our scholarships, read on. You may be surprised to learn how many ways Appalachian can help you with the cost of your college education and the pursuit of your interests.
- Start here >> Apply for Scholarships
Student Employment
There are on and off campus student employment opportunities available through the Student Employment Office. The Student Employment Office assist students with finding meaningful work opportunities that will allow them financial assistance while in school, as well as, obtain practical experience in jobs related to their academic studies, interests, and talent
Tuition Billing Information
Information about when tuition bills are mailed, payment options and refunds is available at the Office of Student Accounts.
