Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Jonesboro, Arkansas |
| Online | astate.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Jonesboro, Arkansas, Arkansas State University Main Campus is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 5,835 prospective students applied, and 3,693 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,301 enrolled in the school. 6,052 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 6,811 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $5,232 plus fees of $1,898. Arkansas State University is ranked 722 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Arkansas State University is rated within the lower 41% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Arkansas State University Main Campus within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#722 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#260 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#7 in Best Colleges in Arkansas
#3 in Best Public Colleges in Arkansas
#11 in Best Value Colleges in Arkansas
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1030/1200 |
| ACT | 20/26 |
| GPA | 3.66 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $30 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Arkansas Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 |
| Other Fees | $1,898 |
| Room and Board | $9,640 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,633 |
| Total One Year Cost | $22,653 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 |
| Other Fees | $1,898 |
| Room and Board | $9,640 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,633 |
| Total One Year Cost | $28,221 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 26% |
| Health Professions | 17% |
| Education | 14% |
| Business | 11% |
| Social Sciences | 4% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=106458 IPEDS survey data for Arkansas State University Main Campus.
Current students may use the Arkansas State University Main Campus GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.