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Arkansas Tech University

Russellville, Arkansas · Public

98%acceptance rate
900–1160SAT middle 50%
17–24ACT middle 50%
$11,443average net price, in-state

Arkansas Tech University admitted 98% of 3,797 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 900–1160 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 43% of students graduate within six years.

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Early decision and early action

Arkansas Tech University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.

What admissions weighs

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

Very important

  • GPA
  • Test scores

Important

  • Course rigor

Considered

  • –

Not considered

  • Class rank
  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.42 GPA. 18% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.015%
  • 3.75–3.9921%
  • 3.50–3.7417%
  • 3.25–3.4913%
  • 3.00–3.2411%
  • 2.50–2.9915%
  • 2.00–2.497%
  • Under 2.01%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $23,694 in-state and $29,688 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $11,443 on average (in-state).

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

  • $0–30k$11,146
  • $30–48k$11,314
  • $48–75k$12,549
  • $75–110k$15,398
  • $110k+$14,637

Quick answers

What is Arkansas Tech University’s acceptance rate?

Arkansas Tech University admitted 98% of applicants: 3,701 of 3,797 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

What SAT score do you need for Arkansas Tech University?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 900 to 1160, with a median around 900. A score at or above 900 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

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