Arkansas State University

Jonesboro, Arkansas

$24,016 - $28,870

For the academic year 2023-2024, the total expenses, including both tuition fees and living costs, for international undergraduate students amount to around $28,870 while graduate students can expect an estimated cost of approximately $24,016.

Arkansas State University stands as a beacon of higher education in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Established in 1909, it has grown into the flagship campus of the Arkansas State University System, earning its place as the second-largest university in the state. A-State's unwavering commitment to academic excellence, research, and community engagement has positioned it as a distinguished institution with a global impact. 

This distinction arises from the unique combination of world-class research initiatives and a longstanding tradition of student-friendly instruction. A-State is not just a place of learning; it is a community where students are encouraged to explore their potential, collaborate with faculty mentors, and engage in transformative experiences that prepare them for a rapidly changing world. 

Pride

Points of Pride

  • Arkansas State University proudly holds a designation as an R2 institution in the Carnegie Classification. 
  • A-State has a proven record of facilitating successful academic placements for its graduates. 
  • Benefiting from its strategic location in Jonesboro, Arkansas, A-State enjoys both academic and cultural advantages. 
  • Demonstrating a commitment to accessibility in education, A-State maintains robust scholarship programs. 
  • As an R2 institution in the Carnegie Classification, A-State actively participates in various research and innovation initiatives. 
  • A-State ensures a diverse array of academic programs with over 150 majors and concentrations, allowing students to align their education with their passions and career goals. 
  • A-State's dedication to global perspectives is evident in its international partnerships and initiatives. 
  • Enhancing the overall student experience, A-State provides state-of-the-art facilities.

University Highlights

  • A-State's business programs consistently earn high national and international rankings, gaining notable recognition. 
  • A hallmark of excellence, A-State's engineering programs are widely acknowledged for their outstanding quality. 
  • The Computer Science department at A-State is recognized for its commitment to innovation and academic excellence. 
  • A-State's Carnegie Classification as an R2 institution emphasizes its dedication to advanced research activities. 
  • A-State's business, engineering, and computer science programs boast curricula designed to meet industry needs effectively. 
  • A-State's commitment to top-notch facilities extends to its business, engineering, and computer science departments. 
  • Faculty in A-State's business, engineering, and computer science departments bring extensive expertise to the classroom. 
  • A network of internship opportunities and industry partnerships enrich the academic experience for business, engineering, and computer science students at A-State. 
  • Graduates from A-State's business, engineering, and computer science programs consistently achieve high job placement rates. 
  • A-State's business, engineering, and computer science programs have earned recognition not only nationally but also globally. 
US News & World Report Ranking
  • #86 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs 
  • #195 in Top Public Schools 
  • #361 in National Universities 
  • #211 in Business Programs 
  • #183 in Nursing 
  • #316 in Psychology Programs 

Programs

UnderGraduate

  • Accounting (BS)
  • Agricultural Business
  • Agricultural Business, Agricultural Marketing and Management, B.S.A
  • Agricultural Studies, B.S.A. – STEM Designated
  • Animal Science (BS) – STEM Designated
  • Applied Science (B.A.S.) - STEM Designated
  • Art BA
  • Art BFA
  • BFA Graphic Design
  • Biological Sciences (BS) – STEM Designated
  • Biological Sciences - Ecology Evolution and Organismal Biology (BS) - STEM Designated
  • Biological Sciences—Preprofessional Program (BS) - STEM Designated
  • Biology, BS – STEM Designated
  • Biotechnology (BS) – STEM Designated
  • Business Administration (BS)
  • Business Administration – BS - Information Systems and Business Analytics
  • Business Technology, B.S.E.
  • Chemistry, BA – STEM Designated
  • Chemistry, BS – STEM Designated
  • Civil Engineering (BSCE) - STEM Designated
  • Clinical Laboratory Sciences, A.A.S. – STEM Designated
  • Clinical Laboratory Sciences, B.S. – STEM Designated
  • Communication Disorders, BS
  • Communication Studies (B.A.)
  • Computer Science (BA) - STEM Designated
  • Computer Science (BS) - STEM designated
  • Creative Media Production, B.S.
  • Economics (B.A.)
  • Electrical Engineering (BSEE) - STEM Designated
  • Elementary Education (B.S.Ed.)
  • English (B.A.)
  • English, B.S.E.
  • Environmental Science, B.S. – STEM designated
  • Environmental Studies, B.A. – STEM designated
  • Exercise Science, B.S.
  • Finance, B.S.
  • General Science, B.S.E.
  • General Studies, BGS
  • Global Supply Chain Management
  • Health Promotion
  • Health Studies
  • History (B.A.)
  • Interdisciplinary Studies
  • International Business (B.S.)
  • Management B.S.
  • Marketing (B.S.)
  • Mathematics, B.S.E. – STEM Designated
  • Mathematics, BS – STEM Designated
  • Mechanical Engineering (BSME) - STEM Designated
  • Middle Level Education (BS)
  • Multimedia Journalism
  • Music BM
  • Music, B.A.
  • Nursing, BSN
  • Organizational Supervision, B.A.S– STEM Designated
  • Philosophy (B.A.)
  • Physical Education, BSED
  • Physics B.S.- STEM Designated
  • Plant and Soil Science BS - STEM Designated
  • Political Science (B.A.)
  • Psychology, BA
  • Psychology, BS
  • Radiologic Sciences (BSRS) - STEM Designated
  • Social Sciences
  • Social Work (B.S.W.)
  • Sociology, B.A.
  • Special Education (B.S.Ed.)
  • Sport Management (B.S.)
  • Strategic Communication
  • Theatre
  • Wildlife, Fisheries and Conservation, B.S. – STEM Designated
  • World Languages and Cultures
  •  Business Economics (B.S.)
  •  Criminology (B.A.)
  •  Dietetics (BS)

Graduate

  • Accountancy, MAcc
  • Agriculture, M.S.A.
  • Biological Sciences (MA) - STEM Designated
  • Biology (MS) - STEM designated
  • Biotechnology (M.P.S.)- STEM Designated
  • Chemistry (MS) - STEM designated
  • Civil Engineering (M.S.) - STEM Designated
  • Communication Studies, MA
  • Computer Science (MS) - STEM designated
  • Construction Engineering, MSE – STEM designated
  • Criminal Justice (MA)
  • Criminology and Criminal Justice, MS
  • Electrical Engineering, MS – STEM designated
  • Engineering Management (M.S.)- STEM Designated
  • Engineering, M.S.E. – STEM Designated
  • English, MA
  • Environmental Sciences (MS)
  • Full-Time MBA- STEM Designated
  • History, MA
  • Mass Communications, Journalism, M.S.M.C.
  • Mass Communications, Radio and TV, M.S.M.C.
  • Master of Social Science
  • Master of Social Work (MSW)
  • Mathematics (M.S.) - STEM designated
  • MBA - Agricultural Business– STEM Designated
  • MBA - Financial Planning and Analysis– STEM Designated
  • MBA - Healthcare Administration– STEM Designated
  • MBA - Hospitality and Event Tourism Management– STEM Designated
  • MBA - Operations & Supply Chain Management – STEM Designated
  • MBA Business Analytics- STEM Designated
  • MBA Management – STEM Designated
  • MBA – Marketing – STEM Designated
  • Mechanical Engineering, MS – STEM designated
  • Molecular Biosciences, M.S. – STEM Designated
  • Music Performance, MM
  • Physical Education, MPE
  • Political Science, MA
  • Psychological Science
  • Psychology and Counseling, Ed.S.
  • Public Administration - Traditional Program, M.P.A.
  • Sociology, MA
  • Sport Administration (MS)
  • Statistics (MS) - STEM designated
  •  Exercise Science (MS)
For a complete list of majors please visit the URL:
www.astate.edu/info/academics/degrees/?s=alpha

Standardised Tests

Undergraduate

 

Graduate

  • IELTS: 6.0
  • TOEFL: 79 
  • PTE: 56 
  • SAT/ACT: 990/19
  • Application Fee: $30
 
  • IELTS: 6.0*
  • TOEFL: 79*
  • PTE: 56*
  • GRE/GMAT: Not required 
  • Application Fee: $30

*(varies by program)

Intakes

Fall (August), Spring (January) and Summer (June).

Accreditation

Arkansas State University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC). A-State was first accredited in 1928 and has had continuous accreditation since that time.