by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about the program at Appalachian State University. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. It ranks as high as #8 out of 36 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, Appalachian State University as a strong choice for health professions, placing at #523 out of 2,577 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Health Professions Schools | 523 of 2,577 |
| Best Health Professions Schools in North Carolina | 9 of 97 |
| Best Health Professions Schools in the Southeast Region | 58 of 662 |
The table below lists every degree level offered in health professions at Appalachian State University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 339 |
| Master’s | 110 |
| Graduate Certificate | 9 |
This health professions field at Appalachian State University breaks down into these majors. Select a major to see its rankings, popularity, salary, and diversity details:
During the most recent reporting year, Appalachian State University conferred 339 bachelor’s degrees in health professions.
Appalachian State University ranks competitively among schools offering health professions at the bachelor’s level. Specifically, it ranked #8 out of 36 schools by College Factual.
Health Professions majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from Appalachian State University earn a median of $53,874 a year. This is higher than $50,311, the median for all majors at Appalachian State University.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at Appalachian State University, health professions students accumulate a median of $21,877 in student loans. This is lower than $22,075, the typical median for all majors at Appalachian State University.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,242 | $21,875 |
| Fees | $3,337 | $3,337 |
Read more about Appalachian State University tuition and fees.
For the most recent academic year available, 12% of health professions bachelor’s degrees went to men and 88% went to women.
The majority of health professions bachelor’s degree graduates at Appalachian State University are White. Approximately 84% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Appalachian State University with a bachelor’s in health professions.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 11 |
| Black or African American | 12 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17 |
| White | 286 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 12 |
Graduate study is also available at Appalachian State University. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Health Professions | 110 |
| Graduate Certificate Degrees in Health Professions | 9 |
