PublicUrbanArkansas State University
A-State
Jonesboro, Arkansas 72401
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
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.
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History & Fun Facts
- •A-State was founded as the First District Agricultural School in Jonesboro in 1909 by the Arkansas Legislature as a regional agricultural training school.
- •In 1918, ASU began offering a two-year college program.
- •In 1925, it became First District Agricultural and Mechanical College.
- •A M College became Arkansas State College in 1933.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1119
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
58.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
0.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$15,000
Programs (178)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
78%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
60
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from AR state average + city premium