Overview
Student Population
| 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 |
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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 4,689 prospective students applied, and 3,747 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,395 enrolled in the school. 7,456 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 6,253 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2019/2020, excluding room and board, is $6,540 plus fees of $2,360. Arkansas State University is ranked 845 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Arkansas State University is rated within the lower 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Arkansas State University Main Campus within the 2021 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#845 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#318 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#8 in Best Colleges in Arkansas
#4 in Best Public Colleges in Arkansas
#9999 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#11 in Best Value Colleges in Arkansas
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1013/1220 |
| ACT | 21/27 |
| GPA | 3.44 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 15, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $30 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Arkansas Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 |
| Other Fees | $2,360 |
| Room and Board | $9,672 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,566 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,388 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 |
| Other Fees | $2,360 |
| Room and Board | $9,672 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,566 |
| Total One Year Cost | $31,348 |
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.