Austin Peay State University
Public university · Clarksville, TN · 7,560 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
96%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
843–1126
ACT (middle 50%)
18–24
Average net price
$9,049
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$21,696
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
42%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Austin Peay State University?
Austin Peay State University accepts about 96 of every 100 applicants (96%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 843 and 1126 on the SAT. A score at or above 1126 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 843, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 18–24.
The latest federal data says Austin Peay State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Austin Peay State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Austin Peay State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $21,696 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $9,049 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $9,456 for TN residents and $15,216 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$9,456
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$15,216
- Room & board$13,406
- Total cost of attendance$21,696
- Average net price after grants$9,049
Popular majors
Liberal Arts & General Studies, Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Parks, Recreation & Fitness.
Austin Peay State University FAQ
- What is Austin Peay State University's acceptance rate?
- 96% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Austin Peay State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 843–1126. Aim for 1126 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Austin Peay State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 18–24.
- Is Austin Peay State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Austin Peay State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Austin Peay State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Austin Peay State University cost?
- About $21,696 a year before aid; $9,049 on average after grants.
- What is Austin Peay State University's FAFSA school code?
- 003478. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Austin Peay State University receives your information.
- What is Austin Peay State University's graduation rate?
- 42% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Austin Peay State University
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont UniversityNashville, TN | 95% | 1160–1350 | $32,648 | 71% |
| Le Moyne-Owen CollegeMemphis, TN | 99% | — | $6,993 | 24% |
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