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Arkansas State University

Jonesboro, Arkansas Β· City: SmallOfficial Website β†—

#3806
Nationally
#50
In Arkansas
70%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$7,176
In-State Tuition
per year
53%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
8,760
Undergrad Enrollment
10,000–19,999
Overall Score & Rankings
41/100
Average
#3806 nationally
#50 in Arkansas
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes53
πŸ’°Affordability50
🎯Selectivity17
πŸ“šAcademic Environment14
πŸ”¬Program Breadth74

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Arkansas State University is a public four-year university located in Jonesboro, Arkansas. With 8,760 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 70%, the institution is considered moderately selective. In-state tuition is $7,176 per year ($13,248 out-of-state), below average for public institutions. The six-year graduation rate is 53%, which is average compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate70%Near avg
National avg: 70%
8,019
Applied
5,587
Admitted
1,660
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading510 – 590
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math520 – 590
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)19 – 25
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$7,176/yr
In-State Fees$578/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$13,248/yr
Room & Board$12,350/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$20,104/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$26,176/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$7,176↑ Above avg
National avg: $10,662
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate53%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
8,760
Total Undergrads
62% F / 38% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 68%
Hispanic 5%
Black 14%
Asian 1%
Two or more 3%
International 7%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($7,176/yr) is well below the national average for public colleges
  • βœ“Publicly funded institution β€” tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
Consider
  • Β·Data on some metrics is not yet available β€” contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for in-state students who want a quality education at a subsidized cost.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPublic
LocationJonesboro, Arkansas
SettingCity: Small
Size10,000–19,999
State Ranking
#50
in Arkansas out of 7+ colleges
#3806
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.