Highlights
- Founded in 1909 as First District Agricultural School
- Many online program options
- Numerous notable alumni, including Rodger Bumpass, the voice of Squidward Tentacles
Overview
Arkansas State University, a public research university founded in 1909, enrolls about 14,000 students in a full array of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Now the flagship campus of the Arkansas State University System, ASU was initially founded as the First District Agricultural School, and went on to offer its first four-year program in 1930. In addition to on-campus programs in fields such as business, health sciences, and engineering, ASU offers many of its programs online.
STUDENT TESTIMONIALOne positive experience with online classes is that when I need assistance or tutoring, there is help 24/7. Also, I love the flexibility of the assignments because this give me the opportunity to have a part-time job.— Maria, M., BBA in Managment - Human Resources, Arkansas State University at Little Rock
Arkansas State University's Accreditation, Tuition & Admissions Info
Accreditation and Approvals
Arkansas State University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
Tuition
- Undergraduate tuition — $210 per credit hour
- Graduate tuition — $267 per credit hour
Admissions
Arkansas State's admission prerequisites and application requirements vary by program.
Freshman applicants must submit ACT/SAT scores, official transcripts, and a resume, and may also submit an optional essay or letters of recommendation.
Transfer students must submit official transcripts detailing previous study.
International students also must submit proof of English language proficiency.
Graduate admissions requirements vary based on program.
Other Statistics
- Student population: About 14,000
- Student-to-faculty ratio: 18 to 1
- Percentage receiving grant or scholarship aid: 94%
- Out-of-State Undergraduates: 11%
- Founded: 1909
School Profile
- Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
- Full-Time Freshman Retention Rate: 75%
- Required Standardized Test(s): SAT or ACT
- Public/Private: Public Nonprofit
- Acceptance Rate: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 45%
- Cost Per Credit (In-State/Out-of-State):
- Undergraduate: $210/ $420
- Graduate: $267/ $534
- Athletics: NCAA Division I
- Mascot: Red Wolves
- Colors: Scarlet, Black, White
- Address: 2105 Aggie Rd., Jonesboro, AR, 72401, USA
- Phone Number: 870-972-2100
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