Family, Consumer & Human Sciences at Appalachian State University
If you plan to study Family, Consumer & Human Sciences, consider the program at Appalachian State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Appalachian State University is located in Boone, NC.
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Studying Online at Appalachian State University
Online coursework is an option at Appalachian State University. Of 21,570 students, 2,551 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,977 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences Rankings at Appalachian State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Appalachian State University’s Family, Consumer & Human Sciences program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #2 of 21 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #18 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #37 of 193 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #150 of 195 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #242 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #471 of 619 |
Earnings for Family, Consumer & Human Sciences Graduates from Appalachian State University
Those who finish Appalachian State University’s Family, Consumer & Human Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $29,434 |
| 2 years | $25,337 |
| 3 years | $31,681 |
| 4 years | $32,651 |
| 5 years | $44,450 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Family, Consumer & Human Sciences graduates from Appalachian State University earn a median of $32,651, compared with $50,311 for all Appalachian State University graduates — about 35% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Family, Consumer & Human Sciences graduates from Appalachian State University comes in at $22,468.
Best-Paid Careers for Family, Consumer & Human Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Family, Consumer & Human Sciences program at Appalachian State University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Family, Consumer & Human Sciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Food Service Managers | $165,782 |
| Facilities Managers | $157,669 |
| Dietetic Technicians | $137,981 |
| Dietitians and Nutritionists | $125,305 |
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | $124,518 |
| Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products | $111,183 |
| Security Managers | $104,128 |
| Public Relations Specialists | $103,749 |
| Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $99,604 |
| Teaching Assistants, Special Education | $96,801 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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