Office of International Programs

Electric Power is standard throughout the United States. It is set at 110 volts and 60 cycles. Please review this guide to determine what kind of adapter you'll need.

Yes, your hotel has free wireless internet. You will also have internet access on Appalachian State's campus. App State offers wireless internet access in all buildings. For more information about internet access, please visit www.wireless.appstate.edu

You will be in Boone during September and October. The average high for these months is 63-72 degrees Farenheit (17-22 degrees celcius) and the average low is 40-50 F (4-10 C). We recommend bringing clothing that you can layer as it's typically cooler in the morning and evening hours.

Contact you Appalachian staff immediately.

In the United States, the number for emergency police is 9-1-1. If you're on campus, the campus police is 828-262-8000. In a true emergency, always call 9-1-1 first, then contact Maria, Michelle, or Mallory. You will be provided with a list of emergency contacts upon arrival.

The Town of Boone offers a free bus service called AppalCart. Appalcart offers 12 free bus routes in Boone with a stop near your hotel and several shelters on Appalachian's campus. For more information including route information and shelter location, please visit the Appalcart website.

You will be staying at the Holiday Inn Express in Boone, NC.