Arkansas State University

Arkansas State University Overview

Arkansas State University is a public, state school in the small town setting of State University, Arkansas. Arkansas State University was founded in 1909 and the school presently has around 12,142 students a year, which includes 7,520 undergraduate students. Arkansas State University provides on-campus housing for up to 3,217 students. Most students live in off campus housing, and 40% of students spend their weekends on campus.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Arkansas State University!

Love music or performing? Join a campus band, sing in a chorus, or perform with one of the school's theater groups.

Are you interested in journalism and communications? Arkansas State University students can write for the campus newspaper, host a radio show or be a producer for the student-run television channel.

Interested in joining a fraternity or sorority? Arkansas State University has fraternities and sororities.

Planning to play sports? Arkansas State University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Arkansas State University on the Student Life page.

2022 Arkansas State University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	63%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Average GPA	3.7
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	2.5%
In-State Tuition	$6,888
Out-of-State	$12,744
Percent of Need Met	97%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$5,530

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Is Arkansas State University a Good School?

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Different people have different ideas about what makes a "good" school. Admissions difficulty, admitted student statistics, tuition, and financial aid can give you a sense of how competitive a university is.

Let's take a look at these factors to get a clearer sense of what Arkansas State University offers and if the college could be the right college for you.

Arkansas State University Acceptance Rate 2022

Arkansas State University is moderately difficult to get into. Around 63% of applicants get into Arkansas State University each year. Last year, 5,835 students applied to Arkansas State University and 3,693 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Arkansas State University

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. It is a way to measure how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Approximately 75% of first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Arkansas State Universityare still enrolled their sophomore year. Around 52% of students who started at Arkansas State University earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook Arkansas State University Graduates

Job placement statistics for recent graduates can give you a sense of the return on investment a school offers. Within six months of graduating, 55% of graduates receive at least one full-time job offer.

Recent Arkansas State University grads have an average starting salary of $36,000 a year. The average starting salary for all 2021 graduates was around $60,000 a year, though these numbers vary widely by major.

Arkansas State University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

Arkansas State University's endowment was valued at $54.9 million in 2022, compared to a national average of $905 million. For each full-time student, Arkansas State University spends about $4,005 a year.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Arkansas State University

Tuition is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

Arkansas State University meets 97% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Arkansas State University full-time are awarded $5,530 a year in financial aid, on average.

Graduates in the class of 2022 had an average of $26,227 in student loans per borrower. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some financial aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Arkansas State University.

Based on this information, is Arkansas State University the school for you? Remember, the best school for one person may not be the right school for another! So ask yourself: Is Arkansas State University a good school for you?

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Where is Arkansas State University?

Arkansas State University is located in the small town setting of State University, Arkansas, in the suburbs of Memphis.

If you would like to see Arkansas State University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 55 to State University, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Jonesboro Municipal.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Arkansas State University and State University are like without leaving home.

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