Barton College and Appalachian State University are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Barton is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Wilson, NC and Appalachian State is a four-year, public school located in Boone, NC.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Barton College | vs. | Appalachian State University |
|---|---|---|
| Wilson, North Carolina | Location | Boone, North Carolina |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Master's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Baccalaureate College - Diverse Fields | Carnegie Classification | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| $37,000 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$7,579
Out-Of-State$25,212 |
| 87% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 44% |
| $25,528 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $8,899 |
| 94.20 % | Acceptance Rates | 90.14 % |
| 10.43 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 18.20 % |
| - | SAT Score | 1,200 |
| - | ACT Score | 25 |
| 46 % | Graduation Rate | 75 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | 18 % |
| 65 % | Retention Rate | 84 % |
| 1,235 | Student Population | 21,570 |
| 54 | Number of Faculties | 1,092 |
| 14 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 16 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |