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Employee Discount Program

We like to think this program is a bridge between campus and the larger community; a benefit for both our employees and our local businesses. Businesses listed here provide Appalachian students, faculty, and staff a discount upon presentation of an AppState ID.

Interested in having your business participate in this program? Fill out the Google Form. If you have any questions please contact our office at relocation@appstate.edu or call 828-262-6483.

Please note: at this time we are only enrolling REGIONAL businesses, meaning businesses that have a physical presence in our region. Businesses that operate solely online or are outside of our area are not currently eligible to participate in the employee discount program. 

Appalachian State University

  • Campus Store - The Appalachian State Campus Store is offering a permanent 10 percent discount to faculty and staff at App State! Faculty and staff must show a valid App State ID. This discount is not combinable with other discounts, and does not include technology, textbooks, regalia, diploma frames or clearance items.

Apparel

  • Mountaineer Mania - 10% off all orders/purchases in the store or online. The location is downtown Boone, 497 West King Street, Next door to Boone Saloon, 828-386-6161.

Auto

  • Boone Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram - Boone Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram would like to extend to you, our personalized Boone Affiliate Pricing. Which equals 1% Below Invoice - Plus All Applicable Incentives and Rebates! If you are currently employed by ASU, you will qualify for this special 1% below invoice pricing on almost all new inventory (excludes SRT's and High-Performance Vehicles). This is our way of saying "Thanks!" to all the employees of Appalachian State for making our community so great! Service packages are also available at a discounted rate, and you will save an additional 10% on all vehicle services over $500! Must present valid App state ID at the begining of each transaction to take advantage of this program. Please contact our Sales Manager for more information and to obtain this offer, 828-457-8854
  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car - Corporate discount to all AppState employees including extra coverage for corporate use. Will match corporate discount for personal use, but extra coverage is not included in rate.  Click HERE for the discount code. You must be logged into Google with your AppState account to access the code.  Note: They verified they will honor the code when done online, but they don’t honor it for personal use when we call them or show up in person.
  • L&N Performance Auto Repair - App State Staff And Faculty Receive Upon Presenting Their Identification: $20.00 Off Their First Visit (For First Time Clients Only) This Can Be Combined With The Following Offer After Their First Visit They Recieve: $10.00 Off Any Visit Over $100.00 or $35.00 Off Any Visit Over $300.00 or $75.00 Off Any Visit Over $1,000.00.
  • Master Tech Auto Mechanics - We know how hard it can be to find a dealership in the area for BMW and Mercedes, especially in a reasonable price range. Our technicians here have over 100+ experience with BMW and Mercedes and they all came from the dealership. We would like to offer our services to App State employees and students and offer a 10% discount on all parts and labor. Please stop by or call 828-322-2241.
  • Mountaineer Quick Lube - 10% Discount for App State employees

Elder Care

  • Brookdale Senior Living in Lenoir - Brookdale Senior Living can help you and your family get the care you may need. You and your family are eligible for exclusive benefits and discounts on senior living, in-home services and short-term stays that can make a difference! Mention “App State” to unlock 7.5% discount on Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, 10% discount on In-Home Services, and Short-term Stay discounts that vary by community. Remember to have proof of employment, for example, a badge, and Proof of retirement and/or alumni status on hand. Visit www.brookdale.com/employee or call 1-866-749-7445 for more information.

Grocery

  • Earth Fare (178 W. King Street, Boone) - 10% off all items on Tuesdays. Exception Beer and Wine.
  • Lowes Foods (267 New Market Centre, Boone)  - 10% off SUNDAYS ONLY for students, faculty & staff with valid AppState ID. Excludes alcohol, tobacco, and lottery.
  • Shipley Farms - 5% off valid for all faculty, staff, and students. Must show valid App State ID.

Home Building/Decor/Maintenance

Home Rentals

  • The Finmore at 241 - $100 administrative fee and $50 application fee ($150 total) waived for all App State faculty and staff. Not applicable with any other specials. Please notify at time of application for special to apply.
  • Jenkins Rentals - Will WAIVE all application fees for Appalachian State employees submitting applications for all of our rental properties.

Home Sales/Financial

  • Allen Tate Realtors Tammy Jones - For those purchasing a home, Tammy Jones will provide to the buyer at closing a home warranty up to $700 or a credit in the amount of $700. Note: you must contact and go through Tammy Jones (828-719-2057) or tammy.jones@allentate.com directly to qualify for this credit. We also have a great offer for prospective buyers. When you buy through Allen Tate and finance through Howard Hanna you may qualify for 0.5% credit towards closing costs.
  • Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group - Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group. Exclusive Lender Credit of .25% of the loan amount up to $2000 (Min. of $200 - $2000 Max) 
    *Lender credit of 0.25% of the total loan amount not to exceed $2,000 or amount allowed per program guidelines. If you have a brokerage relationship with another agency, this is not intended as a solicitation. This communication is provided to you for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon by you. App State is not a mortgage lender and so you should contact Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group, L.L.C. directly to learn more about its mortgage products and your eligibility for such products. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Limit one promotion per transaction. Must be presented at the time of application. Other loan program restrictions may apply. Loan programs, interest rates, and fees are subject to change without notice. All loans subject to income verification, credit approval and property appraisal. Not a commitment to lend. Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group, L.L.C. NMLS #72043 (nmlsconsumeraccess.org) is an Equal Opportunity Lender. Located at 600 Lynnhaven Parkway Suite 100 Virginia Beach, VA 23452.
  • Baxter Mountain Properties -  Page Sauder, Realtor/Broker - Free home inspection with home purchase. Client will be reimbursed for the fee of one home inspection from the inspector of their choice, up to $600, upon closing of the purchase of a home. Contact AppState Alumni, Page Sauder at 828-265-9593 or sauderpage@yahoo.com.
  • Element Home Loans, Brad Roche - $2500 off closing cost
  • Guaranteed Rate - Appalachian State Employees & their friends and family members receive completely waived lenders fees and discounted interest rates with Guaranteed Rate! You also receive a complimentary mortgage review, priority loan processing and VIP service with this offer. Guaranteed Rate is a 50 state lender, please visit www.rate.com/AppState to get started today!
  • Mark Mashburn - (Realtor/Broker) of Boone Realty would like to offer App State faculty and staff either a one-year Home Warranty purchased for either buyer or seller clients at closing or a free home inspection with home purchase. Client will be reimbursed for the fee of one home inspection from the inspector of their choice upon closing of the purchase of a home. Up to $600 value. Contact c21mashburn@gmail.com or 912-536-0145. Contact c21mashburn@gmail.com or 912-536-0145.
  • Peak Real Estate - One-year Home Warranty Buyer coverage purchased for any home purchase. (Seller coverage for the listing period is also included when representing a Seller) A home warranty can cover unexpected issues and failures of many systems and appliances in the home for one year after closing, providing valuable peace of mind. Value up to $815. Please feel free to contact me and mention this ASU employee discount. I would love to work with you!
  • Piedmont Federal Bank – Free checking account with no ATM fees worldwide: we will also refund other banks ATM fees. First order of checks free. $250 credit towards closing costs on a mortgage. Come see us at 1399 Blowing Rock Rd in Boone or call us at 828.264.5244.
  • Provident Funding (Charlotte, NC) - Save on your next mortgage! Use this exclusive discount to save on closing costs on top of Provident Funding’s low interest rates! The 0.25% discount is based off the loan amount and is applied to the closing costs. For example, a $400,000 loan will receive a $1,000 closing cost discount. Phone: 888-547-4050 Email: MortgageBenefit@provident.com Code: M91ER2936
  • Stacie Pineda Real Estate Group - In appreciation for you allowing the Stacie Pineda Real Estate Group to be your buyer’s or seller’s agent, we'd like to give you a 20 oz branded YETI! For buyer clients, let me reimburse you for your home inspection. Client will be reimbursed for the fee of one home inspection from the inspector of their choice, up to $600, upon closing on the purchase of a home. For seller clients, allow me to pay up to $500 of your attorney’s fees at closing. Contact Stacie Pineda- 838-773-4761, stacie@staciepineda.com.

Lodging

  • Azalea Garden Inn - 20% discount for App State faculty & staff. Must present valid App State ID upon arrival and must book direct via (828) 295-3272. Blackout dates may apply.

  • Blue Ridge Tourist Court -  Boone’s recently restored oldest remaining roadside motel offers unique rooms and suites that cleverly combine mid-century style, mountain comfort, and modern amenities. Conveniently located off Hwy. 421, you’ll be just over a mile from downtown and within close proximity to all of the popular High Country destinations. 10% discount for App State faculty and staff booking rooms for themselves or family/visitors. Please email office@blueridgetouristcourt.com to take advantage of this discount.

  • Graystone Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection - Save 15% on any Stay for all App State faculty and staff. Minimum Age of 21 required. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Not valid on holidays, football game days, or App State special events. Must book direct through booking link or calling hotel direct at 828-264-4133. For extended stays, special rates are available through our Director of Sales.
  • Green Park Inn - Hotel offers 10% Discount for App State Faculty & Staff only. Rates include full hot breakfast and free Wi-Fi. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Not valid holidays, special events, or weekends in July & October. Must present App State ID upon arrival. Must "book direct" at 828-414-9230 (not online).
  • Holiday Inn Boone University Area - 15% off room rental rates to all App State students, faculty and staff with an App State ID. Minimum Age of 21 required. Deeper discount for longer stays. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Not valid on holidays, football game days, or App State special events such as parent's weekend or graduation, etc. Discount not available online. Please "book direct" at 828-264-0077
  • The Horton Hotel & Rooftop - 15% discount for lodging. Not valid for weekends, holidays, football game days, or App State special events such as parent weekend or graduation, etc. App State employee or representative must call 828-832-8060 or email info@thehorton.com.
  • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boone University - Save 15% on any Stay for all App State Friends and Family. Minimum Age of 21 required. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Not valid on holidays, football game days, or App State special events. Must book by calling the hotel directly at 828-264-4133. For extended stays, special rates are available through our Director of Sales.
  • Mast Farm Inn - A historic hotel located in Valle Crucis NC. Owned by Appalachian State Alumni. Just 12 minutes from campus, we offer lodging in our historic farmhouse and cabins, a 2-course breakfast to refuel those on the go, and wedding locations for couples looking to marry in the High Country. With plenty of parking and beautiful scenery to explore, the Mast Farm Inn is proud to offer Appalachian State affiliates a 10% discount on lodging. Reach out to stay@mastfarminn.com for information.
  • Meadowbrook Inn -20% discount for App State faculty & staff. Must present valid App State ID upon arrival and must book direct via (828) 295-4300. Blackout dates may apply.
  • Mountainaire Inn & Log Cabins - 20% discount for App State faculty & staff. Must present valid App State ID upon arrival and must book direct via (828) 295-7991.
  • Swiss Mountain Village - 10% Off Regular Room Rental Rates to all students, faculty, staff, and their families.
  • TownePlace Suites by Marriott Boone - 15% off room rental rates to all App State students, faculty and staff. Minimum Age of 21 required. Deeper discount for longer stays. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Not valid on holidays, football game days, or App State special events such as parents weekend or graduation, etc. Discount not available online. Please "book direct" at 828-386-1717
  • White Fence Farm Vacation Rentals - 10% off rental total for ASU faculty and staff. Identify with ID when making the reservation via phone.

Misc.

  • Canvas Prints - 15% Off entire order for App State employees and students with the code APPSTATE

Office of State Human Resources

  • We Save NC - Office of State Human Resources' Employee Discount Program

Pet Services

  • Dogwood Critter Care - As an App State Alum, I am happy to offer a discount of 1 free meet and greet or 1 free 20-minute walk/visit for new clients that are faculty or staff of App State (just show your valid ID at our first appointment). You can email eli@dogwoodcrittercare.com or call (828) 771-6078.
  • Ben's Buddies - 10% off your first drop in visit and 15% off the first overnight visit

Phone Service

  • T-Mobile Wireless - App State Employees qualify for 15% off their rate plan with Work Perks by T-Mobile. Break free from 3-year contracts. Be Upgrade-Ready in 1 year or 2 with one of our best Go5G Plans. Monthly prices with AutoPay and T-Mobile Work Perks discount. Taxes & regulatory fees are included. AutoPay discount requires eligible payment method. Redeem in Store at 255 Riverbend Dr. Granite Falls, NC 28630.
  • Carolina West Wireless (Boone Location 195 New Market Center Boone, 28607) -  Apply for a discount through the Association Carolina West Webpage to see if you qualify.

Recreation

  • 1st Tracks Ski Shop - 25% off daily ski and snowboard rentals 10% off retail softgoods and accessories
  • Biltmore - $10 off adult gate price ($8.00 off regular adult online price) Online purchases only via biltmore.com/partners. Use promo code appstate (case sensative) when prompted. Offer not available onsite.
  • Catawba Science Center- As an employees of ASU you receive a 15% discount on an Annual Membership to the Catawba Science Center! Membership includes: Unlimited admission to our exhibits, aquarium and planetarium, discounts on birthday parties, summer camps, programming and in the gift shop, reciprocal memberships to over 350 museums worldwide. Just follow the link and enter code APPSTATE24 (all caps) for your discount. You can also enroll in person at CSC using code APPSTATE24. Membership is limited to two adults and all children under 18 living in the same household. Proof of employment may be requested. Contact Chrissy Schramm with any questions: donorrelations@catawbascience.org 828.322.8169 x313
  • Dollywood Parks & Resorts - Discounted tickets available to Appalachian State Community Members.  Savings of approx. $20/ticket.  To receive the discount, click HERE for the discount code. You must be logged into Google with your AppState account to access the code.
  • Grandfather Mountain - ASU staff receive $2 off the standard admission price any time you visit! Show your  University ID when you arrive to receive the discount. If purchasing online at www.grandfather.com, purchase the discount adult option which automatically includes the discount. You will be asked to show your ID when you arrive at the ticket booth.
  • High Gravity Adventures Zip Line & Aerial Adventure Park - Come visit us for an awesome adventure! App State Students will qualify for a 10% rebate upon showing their student ID at the time of check in. Discount my not be used in conjunction with other promotions. 
  • Mystery Hill - Use discount code APPSTATESTAFF when booking tickets at mysteryhill.com for 10% off all tickets purchased for your group - An App State ID is required when you visit. Valid for online ticket sales only - may not be available on all ticket options.
  • NASCAR -Martinsville Speedway - Appalachian State employees, family, and friends are welcome to participate in an exclusive discounted ticket offer to the NASCAR Cup Series Semi-Final Playoff race on Sunday, November 3rd. Everyone will be receiving 25% off the regular ticket price which is already applied. Children's tickets are $10 with the purchase of an adult ticket. Follow this link to reserve your seats today! Contact Brandon Hoffman at NASCAR for any questions at bhoffman@nascar.com
  • Sky Valley Zip Tours - Use Code ASU2024 and enjoy 10% off all of our offerings. NOT VALID IN JULY.
  • Tweetsie Railroad - Re-opening April 6th for the 2024 season. Featuring a family-friendly Wild West Adventure for children of all ages.  AppState employees can receive a discount on general admission ticket prices.  You must be logged into Google with your AppState account then click HERE for the discount code.
  • Mountain Running Company - 10% discount to all App State faculty, staff, and students with presentation of an App State ID. Same discount for all Watauga athletes. 

Relocation/Moving/Storage

  • Appalachian Moving & Storage - 10%
  • Big Man Moving - 10% Discount for all moving services to ASU faculty and staff upon request. 5% Discount to all ASU students with valid AppState ID. Request services online or in person at business location: 1345 Poplar Grove Rd S, Boone, NC 28607

Restaurants

Wellness

  • 180 Float Spa - 10% off Float Therapy and Infrared Sauna services with Code "AppWellness24". Must present App State ID at time of service. Located at 249 Kimberly Drive, Boone.
  • Blue365 - Health-related Discounts for all BlueCross BlueShield Members. Includes $29 Monthly Fee for the Paul H. Broyhill Wellness Center, The GYM 24/7, Anytime Fitness and Curves of Boone.
  • ComPsych -  GuidanceResources Online: Appalachian State University's Employee Assistance Program Discounts and Offers
  • Hellbender Fitness - Offering $10 off on monthly memberships for all Appalachian State Employees. Located at 643-R Greenway Road. Visit our website Hellbender Fitness to sign up for a free trial class. 
  • Hickory Yoga & Wellness LLC - $10 class price at Hickory Yoga & Wellness for all ASU faculty, students and staff. Must show valid App State ID. Visit hickoryyogawellness.com for current schedule or call with questions 828-855-0084.
  • Wolf Moon Salt Cave and Stress Reduction Center (Lenoir) - 10% discount. Email wolfmoonsaltcave@gmail.com using your ASU email address to get the discount code.