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Student Resources

The university offers a number of resources to all Austin Peay State University students that help you on your path to graduation. These resources come in many different forms such as academic support, career planning, and even financial support.

 

 

Academic Information

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Services

AP Navigate

AP Navigate is a platform that helps students with everything from admissions and financial aid to knowing what classes to take and when. The AP Navigate platform is built around a student’s goals and commitments inside and outside the classroom and will connect students with their advisors and wrap-around care units to assist students in their path to graduation.

APSU Program Finder

Academic programs at Austin Peay State University in which students can choose to have as a major. You can also explore the programs that we offer 100% online.

APSU Bulletins

The list of bulletins allows you to review current and previous year regulations, academic standards, and other important information such as 4-year plans!

APSU Academic Calendar

The APSU Academic Calendar shows important days such as class start and drop dates.

Course Descriptions

Description of courses offered at Austin Peay State University

APSU Exam Schedule

The APSU Exam Schedule indicates when final exams are for courses at APSU.

D2L Tutorial

A tutorial for using D2L, a platform designed for online students.

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Academic Support

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Center for Academic Support & Enrichment / Tutoring

Free tutoring for APSU courses

Disability Student Success Center

Services for Students with Physical, Mental or Learning Disabilities (Note Taking, Exam Assistants, Alternative Format Program, Assistive Technology)

Distance Education

Whether you start your journey at Austin Peay State University online initially, take an assortment of online and on ground courses, or move to fully online over time, the department of Distance Education will be here to support you. 

GovsSignal

GovSignal provides support to students who are identified by professors related to performance, absences, or other academic concerns.

Raise Your Hand

Students can use 'Raise Your Hand' in AP Navigate to ask for assistance and our staff will work to help them.

Honors Program

Designed to challenge students and provide opportunities for creative exploration and intellectual development

Introduction to Online Courses (Distance Education)

This site provides tools and other useful information to online students or students looking to step into the online environment. 

Library Info Hub

Search through academic databases, research guides, and contact a Librarian!

Distance Education: tutor.com

Online tutoring, 24/7/361 service, supports on campus and online students in a number of APSU courses.

Writing Center

Assistance with Papers, Cover Letters, Job Applications, Personal Writing

 

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Career Planning

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Career Success Center

Job and Internship Search Tools, Career and Major Exploration, Resume and Cover Letter Reviews, Career Fairs, Networking Events

Career Coach

Career coach allows you to discover majors and in-demand careers and education based on your interests!

Forage

A free resource where you can engage in virtual job simulations to experience a day-in-the-life at real companies like PwC, Goldman Sachs, PepsiCo, and more. Foragers are more than 3x as likely to land a job after completing a job simulation!

Handshake

Allows you to View, Apply, or Register for (Networking Events, Career Fairs, On and Off Campus Employment, and more)

Labor Market Widgets

Labor Market Widgets provide career information aligned with academic programs. Labor market projections include potential salary and job availability outlook in APSU’s service area and throughout the nation.

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Financial

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Services

Austin Peay Experience Grant

As part of The Austin Peay Experience, students may receive an Experience Grant. The value of the grant is up to $2,000 for internships, study abroad, education abroad, study away, research, a service trip, or for a project of your own.

Govs Give Back Fund

The Govs Give Back Fund was established to help ensure that Austin Peay State University students, faculty and staff have access to the support and resources they need to successfully recover from unexpected financial crises. The fund is made possible by generous donors committed to helping students, faculty and staff in need. Students, faculty or staff who are facing unexpected financial hardship due to non-routine auto expenses, medical expenses, childcare expenses, disability expenses, and computer problems may apply for support funding.  

Miller / SGA Emergency Loan Fund

The Miller/SGA Emergency Loan Fund is designed to provide students currently enrolled at Austin Peay State University access to emergency aid when needed. All students who desire and are granted permission to emergency loans are required to pay back the loan amount. Since the Miller/SGA Emergency Loan Fund is a revolving account, as previously loaned money is paid back into the account, it becomes available to be loaned again.

Net Price Calculator

Net Price Calculator allows you to calculate the cost to attend Austin Peay State University under different conditions (housing, full-time, etc.)

Scholarships

Scholarships are an excellent way to fund your education. Many scholarships are one-time only, so plan on continuing your research each year. You must be admitted to APSU in order to apply.

S.O.S. Food Pantry

The S.O.S. Food Pantry supports Austin Peay State University's students through troubling times by helping fight hunger. The campus community supports and supplies the food pantry through donations. Students who find themselves in need can smiddle by 322 Home Avenue (Community Engagement & Sustainability) during hours of operation. Students will need their APSU student identification card to receive food. 

Student Account Services

Assesses and Collect Fees, Confirm Classes, Student Fee information, Disbursement of Excess Financial Aid

Student Financial Aid & Scholarship

Course Choice Counts, Verification, Appeals, Special Circumstance/Reduction of income, and Satisfactory Academic Progress

Veterans Education Benefits Office (Veteran's Affairs)

Assists Active Duty Service Members, Veterans, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Family Members with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Education Benefits and Services

1098-T Tax Form

The 1098-T tax form has the information you, or whoever claims you on their tax return, will need for the tuition and fees deduction and/or an education credit. This IRS form is entitled "Tuition Statement."

 

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Health and Wellness

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Counseling Services

Individual and Group Counseling, Outreach Programs, Emergency Services

S.O.S. Food Pantry

The S.O.S. Food Pantry supports Austin Peay State University's students through troubling times by helping fight hunger. The campus community supports and supplies the food pantry through donations. Students who find themselves in need can smiddle by 322 Home Avenue (Community Engagement & Sustainability) during hours of operation. Students will need their APSU student identification card to receive food. 

Health Services

Immunizations, Physicals, COVID-19 Testing, Primary and Preventive Care, Acute Illness and Injury Care, Family Planning/Contraception Visits, STD Screening and Treatment, Limited Management of Chronic Conditions, Treatment of Mental Illnesses, Employment/Sports/School Physicals, Medication Refills, Immunizations, Laboratory Testing, Allergy Injections and Health Education Programs

TalkCampus

The TalkCampus app provides free and instant support for your mental health and wellbeing anytime of the day, anywhere in the world. The app allows you to be anonymous while accessing support from peers across the globe in a safe, effective and encouraging environment. You can also access the Clinical Helpline, a 24/7 multi-language chat service where you can engage with trained mental health professionals.

University Recreation (Foy Fitness)

Climbing Wall, Drew Simmons Fitness Center, Equipment Checkout, Group Fitness Classes, Gym and Racquetball Courts, Indoor Track, Outdoor Pool (Seasonal), Locker Rental, Intramural Field, Education Room, Sand Volleyball Courts

 

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Student Activities

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Adult, Nontraditional & Transfer Student Center

Adult Learners and Transfer Students

(Computer Lab, Quiet Study Area, Lactation Space)

Community Engagement & Sustainability

Community Engagement & Sustainability exists to support and encourage the collaboration between APSU and the needs of communities through direct assistance, environmental education, and educational programming. Our vision is to provide the space and opportunity for students to develop compassion & initiate change as active citizens in their communities.  Our call to action incorporates:

First Generation Student Resources

Dedicated to support for first-generation students—those whose parents or guardians did not complete a four-year degree. Nearly 40% of APSU students are first-generation, and we offer comprehensive support through three key initiatives designed to help these students thrive throughout their college journey.

Fraternity and Sorority Affairs/Greek Life

At Austin Peay State University, joining a fraternity or sorority is more than just finding your people—it's about discovering your potential. Our Greek community offers a unique experience where students can grow through leadership, academic support, service, and lifelong friendships. With 19 chapters under four governing councils, there’s a place for everyone to find their voice, make an impact, and create memories that last well beyond college.

GovsConnect

The official campus community platform

Latino Cultural Center

The Latino Cultural Center provides a nurturing environment where all students, staff, faculty, and community members, regardless of race or ethnicity, can gain an appreciation for Latin heritage and experience.

Office of Student Life & Engagement

Office of Student Life and Engagement strives to connect academic and out-of-class experiences through programming and leadership development that establishes a diverse, interactive, and responsive learning community. 

Student Government Association

Whether it is a service project, student body advocacy or a campus safety upgrade, Austin Peay's SGA is one of the most visible and tangible ways students can get involved at the University.

 Wilbur N. Daniel African American Cultural Center 

The center provides TI-83 calculators, lapmiddles and netbooks for students to borrow on a semester basis. There are over 1,600 library resources available for a three week check-out period. Stationary computers with the Respondus lockdown browser (for online tests) are also available. In addition, the center provides a smart board for students to use for practicing presentations. Students may smiddle by to eat snacks, study, relax, hang out with other students, or watch TV.

 

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Things to Do

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Athletics

join one of our wonderful Austin Peay State University athletics teams and play for the Governors! 

Intramurals

Competitive and recreational outlets for the APSU community through various activities in a safe and enjoyable atmosphere

GovsConnect

The official campus community platform

University Calendar

A list of all events at the university

 

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Transportation and Safety

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Campus Police

The Mission of Austin Peay State University Police Department is to efficiently provide quality police and customer service to our students, faculty/staff, and visitors by promoting a safe environment through police and community partnership.

Emergency Notification System

Austin Peay has three types of emergency notifications available to the APSU community and greater Clarksville Area free of charge. They include RAVE Guardian, Alertus Deskmiddle Notification, and Outdoor Sirens. All three systems are publicly tested the third Wednesday of every month at 11:20am CMT. The siren system is tested silently every night in addition to the inspection of the blue light emergency phones on campus by APSU PD.

Parking Map

Parking map and availabilities based on type of classification (Student, Faculty, Visitor, etc.)

Parking & Transportation

All vehicles parked on the APSU campus must be registered with the Parking & Transportation Office through the APSU Parking Portal.

Peay Pickup

In a partnership with the Clarksville Transit System (CTS), APSU provides students, faculty and staff free transportation around campus via the Peay Pickup and free transportation around the city on CTS buses. 

 

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University Services

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Ann Ross Bookstore

The bookstore is conveniently located off College Street in Clarksville, Tennessee and offers a variety of textbooks, computers, and other course materials to help prepare students for success. Open to the community, the bookstore also provides a selection of general reading books, a café that serves Starbucks drinks, and an assortment of collegiate products ranging from apparel to novelty items.

Austin Peay Center at Fort Campbell

The Austin Peay Center at Fort Campbell delivers flexible education through accelerated 8-week terms. Whether you're military, a dependent, or a civilian student, our flexible formats and convenient location make earning your degree achievable.

Dining Services

Grab and Go Food, Cafeteria, Meal Plans, Nutrition Assistance, Convenience Stores 

Educational Opportunity Center

Financial Aid (FAFSA) Application, College Application, Scholarship Lists for First-Generation and Pell-Eligible students who do not already hold a bachelor's degree

Full Spectrum Learning (FSL)

Support for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Course Offerings, Accountability Meetings, Peer Mentor, Faculty Mentor, Tutoring and Study Hours

Govs ID Card

Student ID Card (Access to Dorm Room, The Library, Attend Athletic Events, Print and Make Copies, Purchase Food and Drink from Vending Machines, Pay for Meals and Snacks with Your Meal Plans)

GovsTECH

Technology Innovations and Solutions

Help an Elf

Assistance for currently enrolled, full-time APSU students with gifts for their children

Honors Program

The Honors Program is designed to challenge students and provide opportunities for creative exploration and intellectual development. The program requires motivated students to fulfill between 12 and 24 hours of honors designated courses, including the option to complete a senior thesis. There is also a non-thesis option. Honors courses are available in the general education core, as separate courses, and in upper-division courses in the various majors. 

Housing & Residence Life

On campus housing and dining

Library

Book Check-Out, Study Space, Printing, Research and Instruction Assistance, Tutorials, Lapmiddle Usage, Room Reservation)

Newton Military Student / Family Center

Provides The University’s Military-Affiliated Students (Active-Duty Military, Veterans, Reservists, National Guard Members, ROTC Cadets, Retirees and Military Families) One-Smiddle Shop for Most of their Social, Financial and Academic Needs and Features: Computer Lab, Lounge Area, Study Area, An Eating Area, and Self-Serve Coffee-Tea Bar

Office of Student Research and Innovation

Support the Incorporation of Research Training in the Areas of Business, Education, Humanities, Social Sciences and STEM

Office of the Registrar

Maintains Student Academic Records (Courses, Grades, GPA, Transcripts, Course Substitutions, Change of Majors, Etc.) and Coordinates Registration. Variety of Student Services: Registration Assistance, Verification of Enrollment, Loan Deferments, Transcript Services, Address and Official Name Changes, Questions related to Graduation and Course Transfer Equivalency

President's Emerging Leaders Program (PELP)

Students selected for the President's Emerging Leaders Program (PELP) exemplify the vision and values of Austin Peay State University and our program by striving for academic excellence and putting service above self. Twenty incoming freshman students are chosen each year to attend four years of training in leadership. The selection process involves an application, some brief essays, a letter of recommendation, and an interview with the director of the program and some of the current students. Those selected for participation in the program receive an annual scholarship of $3,000 which is renewable for a four-year period. 

Student Support Services (SSS)

Provides eligible program participants individualized academic services and a supportive environment to ensure academic progress

Study Abroad and International Exchange

Facilitates outbound APSU Student Study Abroad participation and incoming exchange student enrollment, Integration and Cultural Enrichment

The All State (newspaper)

APSU’s entirely student-produced newspaper, created with the guidance of the Student Publications advisor

University Student Success
(Freshmen and Sophomore Advising)

Freshmen and Sophomores only: University Student Success is here to help you navigate your college experience at Austin Peay State University. Our staff helps most freshman and sophomore students adjust to college life, manage academic transitions, and accomplish academic goals to complete their degree program. We are committed to your holistic success inside and outside of the classroom.

Veterans Upward Bound (VUB)

Provides services and materials to help you achieve your pre-college educational goals to eligible participants

 

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