Arkansas State University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Arkansas State University is a public research university in Jonesboro, Arkansas, serving roughly 9,110 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 82.26% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $42,617 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $8,090
- 2024 Average Net Price: $12,366 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 82.26% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 9,110 60.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 55.40%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 38.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 10.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Average SAT Score: 1090
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 12,776
- Applicants (IPEDS): 8,019
- Room & Board: $11,550 annual estimate
Arkansas State University: what the data shows
Common questions about Arkansas State University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Arkansas State University?
Arkansas State University is located in Jonesboro, AR (ZIP 72401).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Arkansas State University public or private?
Arkansas State University is a Public institution.
How much does Arkansas State University cost?
Published tuition: $8,090 in-state, $14,522 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $12,366.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $10,098 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $9,255 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $12,205 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $15,839 |
| $110,001+ | $16,444 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $32,360.
How hard is it to get into Arkansas State University?
Admission rate: 82.26%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1090 and midpoint ACT 23.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Arkansas State University?
Total enrollment: 9,110 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 12,776 students.
Graduate enrollment: 5,741 students.
About 61% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Arkansas State University?
150%-time completion rate: 55.40%.
First-year retention: 78.1%.
What do graduates of Arkansas State University earn?
Median earnings: $38,944 six years after entry; $42,617 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $20,500.
38.38% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Arkansas State University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (902 completions)
- Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship (706 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (413 completions)
- General Studies (242 completions)
- Psychology, General (198 completions)
- Reading Teacher Education (192 completions)
- Management Science (175 completions)
- Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services (170 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (166 completions)
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management (127 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Arkansas State University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 82.26%; completion rate 55.40%; median earnings $42,617 at 10 years; net price $12,366. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$8,090
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Arkansas State University was $8,090.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$12,366
2024 Value
In 2024 Arkansas State University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $12,366.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$49,464 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$12,366 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$32,360 4-Year In-State Tuition
$58,088 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$11,550 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,250 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$20,890 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$83,560 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Arkansas State University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
38.38% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
42.44% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Arkansas State University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Arkansas State University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $7,510 | $13,120 | $9,475 |
| 2014 | $7,720 | $13,480 | $11,752 |
| 2015 | $8,050 | $14,050 | $12,152 |
| 2016 | $8,200 | $14,260 | $12,418 |
| 2017 | $8,478 | $14,778 | $13,828 |
| 2018 | $8,607 | $15,297 | $13,605 |
| 2019 | $8,900 | $15,860 | $13,406 |
| 2020 | $7,315 | $12,883 | $14,189 |
| 2021 | $7,130 | $12,698 | $13,430 |
| 2022 | $7,456 | $13,312 | $11,857 |
| 2023 | $7,754 | $13,826 | $13,085 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
82.26% Acceptance Rate
8,019 Total Applicants
5,587 Students Admitted
1,660 First-Time Students Enrolled
29.71% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1090
ACT Average: 23
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Arkansas State University reported total enrollment of about 9,110 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 37% male and 63% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (63.1%), Black or African American (15.4%), and Non-Resident Alien (10.1%). About 38.38% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 38.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
60.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Arkansas State University in 2024 is 9,110 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 12,776 students. Graduate enrollment is about 5,741 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
78.1%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 63.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
41.45% 100% Completion Time
55.40% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 41.45% of students graduating from Arkansas State University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 31% male / 69% female
- Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship: 34% male / 66% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 14% male / 86% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Arkansas State University.
Return on Investment
$20,500 Median Student Debt
$42,617 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
48.10% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
761.58% Return on Investment
4.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Arkansas State University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 118 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 902 completions
2. Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship: 706 completions
3. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 413 completions
4. General Studies: 242 completions
5. Psychology, General: 198 completions
6. Reading Teacher Education: 192 completions
7. Management Science: 175 completions
8. Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services: 170 completions
9. Business Administration and Management, General: 166 completions
Most popular programs at Arkansas State University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Arkansas State University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Arkansas State University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,579
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $5,703
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Arkansas State University is a public institution located in Jonesboro, AR, classified as Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Enrollment is approximately 9,110 students. Student body composition includes White (63.1%), Black or African American (15.4%), Non-Resident Alien (10.1%). The admission rate is 82.26%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1090. The 150%-time completion rate is 55.40%. Approximately 38.38% of students receive Pell Grants. About 38.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
Location
Jonesboro, AR 72401
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 118 distinct degree programs, Arkansas State University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Arkansas State University located?
Arkansas State University is located in Jonesboro, AR.
What is Arkansas State University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Arkansas State University is 82.3% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 8,019 applicants and 5,587 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Arkansas State University cost?
Reported tuition is $8,090 and average net price is $12,366 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,550 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Arkansas State University?
Arkansas State University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 12,776 students, White (63.1%), Black or African American (15.4%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Arkansas State University?
About 38.8% of students at Arkansas State University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Arkansas State University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Arkansas State University reports midpoint SAT about 1090 and midpoint ACT about 23.
What do graduates of Arkansas State University earn?
Median earnings are $38,944 six years after entry and $42,617 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Arkansas State University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 55.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Arkansas State University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $20,500.
Is Arkansas State University public or private?
Arkansas State University is a public institution located in Jonesboro, AR.
Is Arkansas State University an HBCU?
No. Arkansas State University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Arkansas State University a tribal college?
No. Arkansas State University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.