Welcome to Austin Peay
Austin Peay State University is located on an urban campus that for over 180 years has been used for educational purposes and on which the buildings of five colleges have stood. APSU is located in Clarksville, Tennessee, the state's fifth largest and youngest city. The school is named after former Tennessee Governor Austin Peay, a Clarksville native. Austin Peay is a four-year public, masters level university offering over 56 majors and 63 different concentrations.
Organization
Meet our ninth president and learn about our governing structure.
- Office of the President
- Administration
- Colleges and Schools
- Academic Council
- Dean's Council
- Faculty Senate
- Policies and Procedures
- President's Cabinet
- Student Government Association
- Student Organizations
- Staff Council
- Standing Committees
- Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR)
Then and Now
Learn about Austin Peay's storied history and bright future.
The Basics
| Enrollment (2008) | 9,401 |
| Founded | 1927 |
| Nickname | Governors |
| Location | Clarksville, TN State's 5th largest and youngest city |
| Facilities | 68 buildings on 169 acre main campus |
| Programs | 56 majors and 63 concentrations |
Points of Distinction
See what makes Austin Peay and our students, faculty and staff special.
Local Information
Learn about the Clarksville area and find out how to visit campus.