Arkansas State University Arkansas

Public research university in Jonesboro, Arkansas, with moderate selectivity and strong regional accessibility.

College statistics

Address:
2105 East, Aggie Road
Jonesboro, AR
72401
Sector Group:
Public 4-Year or Above
Official Website:
www.astate.edu/
Setting:
City
Research Activity Tier:
Research 2: High Spending and Doctorate Production
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Arkansas State University is a public research institution located in Jonesboro, Arkansas, offering a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs. Classified as Research 2 for high research spending and doctoral production, the university serves a diverse student body across liberal arts, sciences, and professional disciplines in an urban setting.

The university enrolls approximately 14,032 students. In-state tuition runs $7,488 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $13,920. Total cost of attendance, including room and board, is $19,038 for in-state students and $25,470 for out-of-state students. Admission is accessible, with an acceptance rate of 69.7 percent. The 75th percentile SAT score is 590 in both Reading and Math; the 75th percentile ACT Composite score is 25.

Students at Arkansas State come from a range of academic backgrounds and preparation levels. The institution is best suited for students seeking a research-active university experience in a city setting, particularly those drawn to broad liberal arts and professional degree programs. For more information, visit www.astate.edu/.