Austin Peay State University has been named Tennessee’s fast-growing university.
Austin Peay State University experienced an 8.2% increase in total enrollment over the past year, rising from 9,649 to 10,439 students, driven by a 7.4% growth in undergraduate and a 13.3% increase in graduate enrollments, according to data from the Tennessee High Education Commission.
“Our enrollment surge means more than just numbers. It represents thousands of people who have chosen Austin Peay to shape their futures,” said APSU President Mike Licari. “The university’s focus on student-centered learning, innovative programs, and community partnerships has clearly resonated, and we’re committed to building on this momentum and evolving as a leading institution in our state.”
APSU’s growth rate outpaces all universities in the University of Tennessee System. It is the highest among Tennessee’s Locally Governed Institutions (LGIs): Middle Tennessee State University, Tennessee State University and the University of Memphis.