Austin Peay State University
About Austin Peay State University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Austin Peay State University is a public university in Clarksville, Tennessee. Located near Fort Campbell, it has a large military-affiliated student population and offers programs in education, nursing, business, and the arts.
Founded
1927
Location
Clarksville, Tennessee
Students
9,073
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
96.4%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
40.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$9,006
Out-of-state: $14,766
Avg Net Price
$9,735
After financial aid
SAT Average
1088
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$44,301
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$25
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Austin Peay State University accepts the majority of applicants at 96.4%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1088/ 1600
ACT Scores
21/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
40.2% complete their degree within six years
Retention
70%
4-Year Grad
23%
6-Year Grad
40%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$9.8K
Class Size
Medium
The 23% graduation rate is below average, but 70% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$9,006
In-State
$14,766
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,430
Books & Supplies
$1,276
Total Cost of Attendance
$22,233
After Financial Aid
$9,735
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,588
Receive Grants
43.5%
Take Loans
34.1%
The full cost of attendance is about $22,233/yr for in-state students, including $13,430 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $9,735. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $14,766.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Austin Peay State University fund their education.
While in School
43.5%
Get Grants
Free money
34.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$31,930
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$20,547
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$218/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 34.1% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $20,547. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Austin Peay State University.
Gender
58.6%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
7,560
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,513
Graduates
39.5%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
23.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 39.5% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
7,560
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Austin Peay State University fields 11 varsity teams with 357 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FCS
Conference
Atlantic Sun
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
357
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
53% / 47%
190
Men
167
Women
6
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Austin Peay State Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,301
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$32K
140 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$36K
139 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$68K
121 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$29K
111 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$37K
85 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$39K
82 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $39K six years out, growing to $44K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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