Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001090
- Phone: (501) 882-3600
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
79.91%FINANCIAL AID RATE
97%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
18:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
84FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$9,145Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Arkansas State University
1000 Iowa Street, Beebe, AR
Arkansas State University is a public university that has many majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Jonesboro, Arkansas, in a predominantly urban area. Approximately 13,000 students are enrolled annually at Arkansas State University.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Education
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
The admissions process will include the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1260 - 1555 on the SAT and within the range of 20 - 26 for the ACT exam is common among students accepted to Arkansas State University. This school accepts roughly 60% of applicants. Of those accepted, about 51% registered for enrollment. More information on admissions can be found at astate.edu/admissions.
Tuition & fees at Arkansas State University are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs approximately $7,600 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $13,000 for the year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The mascot for Arkansas State University is the "Red Wolves", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA. Available sports offered:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-A)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-A)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-A)
Contact information, admission forms, areas of study, and more may be accessed on school's website at www.astate.edu or http://degree.astate.edu/.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the students Arkansas State University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Arkansas State University is around 14,000 students. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 11% enrolling as graduate students and 68% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $13,500. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $30 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- In-State Tuition: $6,500-$7,800
- Nonresident Student Tuition: $14,000-$16,200
- Charges for part-time students are:
- In-State: $220-$260 per unit
- Out-of-State: $450-$540 per unit
- The average estimated cost for on campus housing and meals is listed to be around $12,000
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 97% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 96% | $8,777 |
Receiving Student Loans | 57% | $6,059 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Arkansas State University may provide services to students like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Assisting students to find work
- Day care for children
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Coordinated Dietetics Program
- English Language Program
- Magnetic Resonance Technologist Program
- Music Program
- Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Program
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Radiology Technician Program
- Radiation Therapist Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Arkansas State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FBS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Sun Belt Conference)
- Basketball (Sun Belt Conference)
- Track and Field (Sun Belt Conference)
- Football (Sun Belt Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Bowling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Arkansas State University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Animal Science (B)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
- Molecular Biology (D)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Journalism (B, M)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Data Processing Technology (B, C)
Engineering
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Child Care (M)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A, B, M)
- Radiology Technician (B, C)
- Physical Therapist Assistant (A)
- Audiology and Speech Pathology (B)
- Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) (A)
- Nurse Anesthetist (M)
- Occupational Therapy (D)
- Physical Therapy (D)
- Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling (C)
- Medical Technology (A, B)
- Dietetics (B)
- Healthcare Administration (C)
- Athletic Training
- Mental Health Counseling
- Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling
History
- History (B, C, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
- General Studies (A, B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Science (B, M)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, C)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Public Administration (M)
- Social Work (B, M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Management (B, M)
- Kinesiology And Exercise Science (B, M)
- Sports Medicine (B)
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Criminology (B)
- Sociology (B, M)
- Political Science (B, M)
- Economics (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Arkansas State University.
- University of Memphis in Memphis, TN (64 miles away)
- The University of Tennessee - Martin in Knoxville, TN (93 miles away)
- Southeast Missouri State University in Columbia, MO (110 miles away)
- University of Mississippi in Moorhead, MS (121 miles away)
- Murray State University in Morehead, KY (127 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001090
- Phone: (501) 882-3600
- School Homepage