Arkansas State University

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Arkansas State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Arkansas State University's admissions stats.

Arkansas State University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.7
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	0%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	2.5%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	89.3%
Waitlist	No

Arkansas State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Arkansas State University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––

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Arkansas State University does not offer early decision or early action.

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How Difficult Is It To Get Admitted to Arkansas State University?

Arkansas State University is a moderately difficult school to get into. Arkansas State University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, Arkansas State University accepted 63% of students, about 3,693 from the 5,835 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Arkansas State University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Arkansas State University

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Arkansas State University

Arkansas State University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Arkansas State University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Arkansas State University

What does Arkansas State University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Class Rank	Important
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered

Make sure to check with Arkansas State University for more information on admission factors.

Arkansas State University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Arkansas State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Arkansas State University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement			√
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)		3
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Other Requirements	√			Immunization Record
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Arkansas State University?

Students admitted to Arkansas State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7. At Arkansas State University 0% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 0% were in the top 25% and 0% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Arkansas State University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	27.52%
3.75 and 3.99	23.29%
3.50 and 3.74	18.37%
3.25 and 3.49	12.37%
3.00 and 3.24	9.15%
2.50 and 2.9	6.53%
2.00 and 2.49	1.84%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Arkansas State University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Arkansas State University considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Arkansas State University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 2.5% of Arkansas State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 89.3% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Arkansas State University?

To be competitive with other Arkansas State University applicants, you should aim to earn between 1010 and 1170 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Arkansas State University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1170 and 25% of scored lower than 1010, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Arkansas State University students scored 620 or higher and 75% of students scored 500 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Arkansas State University students scored 590 or higher, and 75% scored a 500 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Arkansas State University?

To be most competitive at Arkansas State University, you should strive to earn between 20 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Arkansas State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Arkansas State University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Arkansas State University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Arkansas State University.

Transfer students can enroll in Arkansas State University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Arkansas State University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Arkansas State University?

❌ Students who are admitted to Arkansas State University must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does Arkansas State University accept transfer credits?

✅ Arkansas State University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Arkansas State University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does Arkansas State University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Arkansas State University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Arkansas State University?

✅ Arkansas State University is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is Arkansas State University's acceptance rate?

✅ Arkansas State University has an acceptance rate of 63%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Arkansas State University?

❌ Arkansas State University does not offer early decision.

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