Arkansas State University
Arkansas State University is a 4-year public school in northeast Arkansas and the second largest university in the state. Arkansas State is home to eight academic colleges awarding bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral level degrees in over 150 academic fields of study. We offer traditional in person classes, fully online programs, and hybrid programs. Additionally, the university hosts the Arkansas Biosciences Institute and the Honors Living-Learning Community, where students have the opportunity to study and live with their honors program peers. For recreation, Arkansas State features over 25 intramural sports leagues including dodgeball and golf.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
Admissions Requirements
SAT
Yes
ACT
Yes
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Admitted Student Stats
95%
Submitting ACT
2%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 25
Average SAT Composite: 1189
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
13,709
Total Number of Undergrads
9,350
Classroom Sizes
0
100
26%
Graduate in 4 Years
US National: 28%
0
100
44%
Graduate in 6 Years
US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
18:1
US National: 21:1
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $8,900
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| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $15,194
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Additional Costs
Room and Board
The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
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$9,672
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| Books and Supplies | $1250
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Aid & Grants
0
100
51%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
Students Receiving Grants
Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
41%
Average Aid Per Year
$8,777
41%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,208
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$6,791
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans
Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
57%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,059
Average Debt at Graduation
The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$15,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment
The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$218
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
175
Size of Town
Small city
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Housing
0
100
29%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Red Wolves
School Colors
scarlet and black
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Sun Belt Conference
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Jonesboro
Little Rock
Memphis
Fayetteville
Dallas
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
55%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$36,600
What Students Are Saying
3.92
Average Rating
Arkansas State University is a well rounded college for those who seek a start in their career. It can be the beginning of a long and wonderful education, and it can serve as the end of ones educational goals all at the same time. Whether you're looking to start your road on earning a masters degree, or just looking to get your bachelors, ASU is the school of choice.
Ryan from Highland, AR
The dorms here are set up in a suite-style, so not having to share a bathroom with many people is great! The caf offers plenty of options, ranging from pizza to stir fry to delicious sandwiches. Sports here are amazing, especially rugby (which just got a women's club).
Allison from Conway, AR
A-state is a school that is definitely preparing its students for the real world in a positive way. It has a lot of different healthy food options, a campus store, and is very sports-oriented. The professors are extremely helpful and constantly encourage their students to excel in all ways possible.
Gina from Malvern, AR
A-State has the best concert bands, pep bands, and chamber bands I have ever heard, and not only do they sound good they also have the best directors, Dr. Labovitz and Dr. Oliver. Besides their bands they also have a pretty great campus.
Gracie from Salem, AR
ASU Jonesboro is a great university. The teachers are professional and educated. Its a diverse campus that provides great resources for students.
Cassidy from Jonesboro, AR
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