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Austin Peay State University
Austin Peay State University
CLARKSVILLE, TN . 4 Year 3.7
#1504 in Best Colleges in America
601 COLLEGE ST CLARKSVILLE, TN 37044

Overview

Austin Peay State University (APSU) is a public university located in Clarksville, Tennessee. It was founded in 1927 and is named after former Tennessee Governor Austin Peay. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, including professional degrees in education, business, and health sciences.

APSU is known for its student-centered approach to teaching and learning, with a commitment to small class sizes and personalized education. The university has a vibrant campus life, offering various student clubs, organizations, and a strong athletic program. The APSU athletics teams, known as the Governors, participate in NCAA Division I sports as a member of the Ohio Valley Conference.

The university is also recognized for its Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts and the APSU Department of Music, which contribute significantly to the cultural life of the region.


Rankings

  • 58

    #58 in Best College Food in America

  • 6

    #6 28 in Colleges with the Best Professors in America

  • 309

    #309 in Best College Athletics in America

  • Best College Food in America 58 of 1,361
  • Best College Athletics in America 309 of 1,344
  • Best College Dorms in America 373 of 1,363

Academics

  • B Academics
  • B Value
  • A Diversity
  • B+Campus
  • B+Athletics
  • BParty Scene
  • BProfessors
  • B Location
  • B+Dorms
  • ACampus Food
  • BStudent Life
  • B Safety

Majors

  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    1,391 Graduates
  • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
    169 Graduates
  • Nursing
    156 Graduates
  • Business
    104 Graduates
  • Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
    91 Graduates
  • Psychology
    81 Graduates
  • Communications
    77 Graduates
  • Social Work and Youth Services
    56 Graduates
  • Biology
    52 Graduates
  • Medical Laboratory Technician
    52 Graduates

Admissions

  • August 4
    Application Deadline
  • 94%
    Acceptance Rate
  • $25
    Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • SAT Range
    960-1140
  • ACT Range
    18-24
  • SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
  • High School GPA
    Required
  • Early Decision/Early Action
    No

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $8,431
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    99%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    42%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    86%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    5,531 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    2,887
  • Undergrads Over 25
    24%
  • Pell Grant
    55%
  • Varsity Athletes
    6%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    14:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
  • Athletic Conference
    Ohio Valley Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FCS

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