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Arkansas State University

Jonesboro, Arkansas · Public

78%acceptance rate
950–1190SAT middle 50%
18–24ACT middle 50%
$13,002average net price, in-state

Arkansas State University admitted 78% of 10,233 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 950–1190 in the middle half. Test scores are required. 53% of students graduate within six years.

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Early decision and early action

Arkansas State University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How Arkansas State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • Course rigor
  • GPA
  • Test scores

Important

  • Class rank

Considered

  • Recommendations
  • Talent or ability

Not considered

  • Essay
  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.54 GPA.

  • 4.019%
  • 3.75–3.9922%
  • 3.50–3.7419%
  • 3.25–3.4915%
  • 3.00–3.2410%
  • 2.50–2.9912%
  • 2.00–2.492%
  • Under 2.00.5%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $26,226 in-state and $32,298 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $13,002 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$9,806
  • $30–48k$11,300
  • $48–75k$14,092
  • $75–110k$15,587
  • $110k+$17,431

Quick answers

What is Arkansas State University’s acceptance rate?

Arkansas State University admitted 78% of applicants: 8,000 of 10,233 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

What SAT score do you need for Arkansas State University?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 950 to 1190, with a median around 1080. A score at or above 1080 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

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