In order to be eligible for federal, state, and institutional financial aid, a student must be making satisfactory academic progress toward the completion of a degree or a teaching certificate.


View the satisfactory academic progress policy here.

All appeals must be made in writing on the Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeal form.

If you do not successfully complete any coursework in a preceding term, you are no longer eligible for financial aid. You may appeal if you have mitigating circumstances by submitting the Appeal for Financial Aid After Not Successfully Completing Any Coursework form.

All appeals along with all required documentation are to be submitted to:


Appalachian State University
Office of Student Financial Aid
PO Box 32059
Boone, NC 28608-2059

Here are some tools and programs to help you manage your academic career using the University Resources below:

Total Grade Point Average Calculator

Learning Assistance Program

Tutoring Services

University Writing Center

Counseling & Psychological Services

Early Intervention