Appalachian State University’s undergraduate program introduces students to our broad vision of University study, our unique academic community and our commitment to knowledge, truth and excellence. At the same time, it seeks to stimulate student growth and development by equipping graduates with the intellectual skills and essential knowledge needed to meet the challenges of the future. The undergraduate program also offers students the opportunity to prepare for productive careers or advanced studies.
Orientation Required for all new students. Optional for second degree seeking students.
Academic Advising:
- University College All main campus students enter Appalachian through University College Advising until eligible to declare their major. Once a major is declared, students are advised by faculty or professional advisors in one of the areas below.
- Beaver College of Health Sciences (Professional Advisors/Faculty Mentors)
- Walker College of Business (Professional Advisors)
- College of Arts & Sciences (Professional and Faculty Advisors)
- College of Fine & Applied Arts (Faculty Advisors)
- Hayes School of Music (Faculty Advisors)
- Reich College of Education (Professional and Faculty Advisors)
- Learning Assistance Program (LAP) Additional advising resources for specific student populations
- Advising for Athletes
- ACCESS (Lower income students from NC)
- Academic Strategy Instruction (Skill Improvement)
- As-U-R (Executive function challenges)
- Student Support Services (Financial Need or First Generation)
- Tutoring
- LEAD Tutoring (Focus on competency in reading, reasoning and studying)
- Testing Services (Computer-based testing center for entrance and certification exams)
- Writing Center (Consultation regarding any type of writing project, at any stage)
- Academic Civil Engagement
- Office of Student Research
- General Education (include reverse transfer, CAA)
- Initital major declaration
- Learning Communities