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Visiting

There is no better way to learn about Appalachian than to visit us! Take a virtual tour, visit during Spring or Fall Open House, or schedule a campus tour.

Virtual Tour

Sanford Mall

Sanford Mall provides a relaxing retreat in the heart of campus.

Take the virtual tour and learn more about Appalachian’s student life, academics, athletics, arts, and beautiful mountain setting.

Campus Tours

Campus tours are hosted by an Appalachian Student Ambassador. Plan to allow approximately two hours for your visit which will include a multi-media presentation highlighting the area, the campus, and our students; a discussion of admissions criteria; a walking campus tour; and opportunities to meet with university representatives.

  • register online (groups larger than 6 people should register by phone)
  • or register by phone by calling the University Visitors Center at 828-262-2179.

Tours are available throughout the year except for holidays and university breaks.

Open House

Open HouseDuring Open House, students and their families can take part in a number of planned activities designed to give them a closer look at academic and social life at the university. It is an informative way to spend a day in the scenic Appalachian highlands. Reservations are not required. For more information, please visit openhouse.appstate.edu or call 828-262-2120.

  • Fall Open House and Family Day is Saturday, September 27, 2008.
  • Spring Open House is Saturday, April 18, 2009.

On-Campus Accommodations

Overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains, Appalachian's on-campus Broyhill Inn and Conference Center offers a convenient location with newly refurbished rooms and a full-service conference center. Located on a hill above the main campus, the Inn is surrounded by a breathtaking 25-mile view at 3,500 feet in elevation. It is just minutes from winter ski resorts, summer attractions, fly fishing, white water rafting, championship golf courses and many cultural events.