Austin Peay State University
About
Austin Peay State University is a dynamic public institution in Clarksville, Tennessee, widely recognized for its robust programs in nursing and health sciences, education, and the fine arts through its state-designated Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts. The university features distinctive academic opportunities, including the state’s only four-year bachelor's degree in aviation science with a rotorcraft (helicopter) flight training concentration. Campus life offers a welcoming, tight-knit environment driven by active student organizations and the spirited rallying cry "Let's Go Peay." Located just miles from Fort Campbell, APSU uniquely stands out as Tennessee’s leading higher education provider for military-affiliated students and veterans.
Wikipedia:Austin Peay State University is a public university in Clarksville, Tennessee, United States. Standing on a site occupied by a succession of educational institutions since 1845, the precursor of the university was established in 1927 and named for then-sitting Governor Austin Peay, who is further honored with "Governors", the name of the university's athletic teams. Affiliated with the Tennessee Board of Regents, it is now governed by the Austin Peay State University Board of Trustees as of May 2017. The university is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and, in 2012, was the fastest-growing university in Tennessee. In 2025, Austin Peay State University hit 11,185 registered students for the fall semester.
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Austin Peay State University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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