Below are the key facts about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how Appalachian State University stacks up against peers offering liberal arts general studies.
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Appalachian State University holds a strong position among schools offering liberal arts general studies. More specifically it was ranked #993 out of 1,453 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #33 in North Carolina.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Appalachian State University conferred 21 bachelor’s degrees in liberal arts general studies.
To complete a bachelor’s at Appalachian State University, liberal arts general studies students accumulate a median of $24,977 in student loans. This is above $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 |
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Among recent graduates, 48% of liberal arts general studies bachelor’s degrees went to men and 52% went to women.
The majority of liberal arts general studies bachelor’s degree graduates at Appalachian State University were White. Approximately 57% 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 liberal arts general studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 12 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the liberal arts general studies majors at Appalachian State University.
The liberal arts general studies program at Appalachian State University includes the following concentrations:
| Concentration | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | 21 |
Appalachian State University granted 21 completions in liberal arts and sciences/liberal studies in the most recent reporting year — 52% to women and 48% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (57%).