Good

Score: 63/100

Arkansas State University

4-Year Public

📍 Jonesboro, Arkansas 72401

🌐 www.astate.edu/

Outcomes

71/100

Affordability

C+

61/100

Resources

C+

62/100

Experience

B+

75/100

Prestige

48/100

Quick Stats

14,032

Total Enrollment

55%

Graduation Rate

78%

Retention Rate

15.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

70%

Acceptance Rate

$13,002

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near Arkansas State University ▼

8% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,123 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value

$189,172

Avg Monthly Rent

$1,129

1-Year Change

+4.4%

See full rental market data for 72401 →

For parents & investors

The Arkansas State University Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $189,172
Avg rent near campus: $1,129/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 72411 (5.8% cap, Bay)

Get the free 1-page report: rent-vs-dorm math, the 3 best nearby ZIPs by yield, and the “kiddie condo” strategy parents use.

✓ Sent — check your inbox

Free — no spam, unsubscribe anytime.

🏆 Where Arkansas State University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥈

Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship

of 8 schools

🥈

General Studies

of 100 schools

🥈

Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other

of 12 schools

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

of 100 schools

Reading Teacher Education

of 59 schools

#20

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

of 100 schools

#20

Early Childhood Education and Teaching

of 100 schools

#21

Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services

of 100 schools

#27

Engineering/Industrial Management

of 85 schools

#27

Curriculum and Instruction

of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$7,176	$13,248
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$26,226	$32,298

Financial Aid

96%

Receive Any Aid

41%

Receive Pell Grants

45%

Take Out Loans

$13,002

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$9,806
$30,001 - $48,000	$11,300
$48,001 - $75,000	$14,092
$75,001 - $110,000	$15,587
$110,001+	$17,431

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 902 grads/yr Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship 706 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 413 grads/yr General Studies 242 grads/yr Psychology, General 198 grads/yr Reading Teacher Education 192 grads/yr Management Science 175 grads/yr Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 170 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 166 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 127 grads/yr Engineering/Industrial Management 107 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 97 grads/yr Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other 95 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 93 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 80 grads/yr Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other 80 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 77 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 74 grads/yr Public Administration 71 grads/yr Social Work 55 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Arkansas State University's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other

$78k/yr 183,400 jobs

Education administrators, kindergarten through secondary

$104k/yr 333,300 jobs

Registered nurses

$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs

Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 91,600 jobs

Managers, all other

$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Psychologists, all other

$118k/yr 55,300 jobs

Industrial-organizational psychologists

$110k/yr 5,600 jobs

Clinical and counseling psychologists

$96k/yr 76,300 jobs

Student Demographics

14,032

Total Students

65%

Women

72%

Traditional Age (18-24)

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 67%

Hispanic 5%

Black 15%

Asian 1%

Two or More 3%

Non-Resident 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 72%

Off-Campus (Renters) 8%

With Family 20%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,123 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 29%

Hybrid (Some Online) 24%

Fully Online 47%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 72%

25-64 (Adult) 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Arkansas State University?

Arkansas State University has an acceptance rate of 70%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend Arkansas State University?

Tuition at Arkansas State University is $7,176 for in-state students and $13,248 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $13,002.

What is the graduation rate at Arkansas State University?

The graduation rate at Arkansas State University is 55%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is Arkansas State University a good school?

Arkansas State University has a Repit College Score of 63/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend Arkansas State University?

Arkansas State University has a total enrollment of 14,032 students. Most students (72%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Is there rental demand near Arkansas State University?

Yes! Approximately 8% of students at Arkansas State University live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,123 students who need rental housing near campus.

Deciding between a dorm and buying near campus? Run the numbers for Arkansas State University — four years of dorm costs vs. owning, including what you’d recover at resale. Buy vs Dorm calculator →