Known for health sciences — excellent value
Arkansas State University is a public institution in Jonesboro with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1119, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 8K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
55% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $42,617 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $13,085.
Established
1909
Motto
"Educate, Enhance, Enrich"
Mascot
Howl and Scarlet
Type
Public research university
Conference
NCAA Division I
Division
Division I
70%Acceptance
1119SAT Avg
7,994Students
15:1Student:Faculty
55%Grad Rate
$42,617Earnings 10yr
$13,085Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate69.7%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1119
Reading & WritingMid: 550
510590
MathMid: 565
520590
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 23
1925
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$7,754
Tuition (out-of-state)$13,826
Room & Board$11,100
Books & Supplies$1,250
Total Cost of Attendance$22,823
Average Net Price$13,085
Median Debt at Graduation$20,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$217
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$9,806
$30–48K$11,300
$48–75K$14,092
$75–110K$15,587
$110K+$17,431
Programs (178)
Student Body
Undergrads
7,994
Gender Split
62% / 38%
Women / Men
First Generation
39%
Pell Grant Recipients
37%
Race & Ethnicity
White 67%
Black 15%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 1%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 8%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate55.1%
Freshman Retention77.8%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$38,944
8 Years$40,605
10 Years$42,617
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$32,100
Men
$42,900
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Source: Wikipedia