Arkansas State University

Arkansas State University is a public university located in Jonesboro, Arkansas, with an enrollment of approximately 9,110 students. The university admits the large majority of applicants — its acceptance rate of 82.3% means that most people who apply are offered admission. Among those who enroll, 78.1% return for a second year, and 55.4% ultimately complete a degree.

In-state tuition is $8,090 per year, and out-of-state tuition is $14,522 per year. The average annual net price — the total estimated cost of attendance, including tuition, fees, and living expenses, after grants and scholarships are applied — is $12,366. This figure is an average and will vary depending on a student's financial situation. About 38.4% of students receive Pell grants, a federal aid program for lower-income students, which suggests the school serves a meaningful share of students with financial need.

Among students who take out federal loans, 42.4% of all enrolled students do so. The median federal loan debt for students who completed a program is $20,500. Of borrowers entering repayment, 57.6% are actively reducing their loan balance within three years — meaning a notable share are not yet making progress on their principal, whether due to income-driven repayment plans, deferment, or other factors.

Median earnings, measured 10 years after enrollment, are $42,617. This figure covers all federally-aided students who enrolled — including those who did not complete a credential — so it reflects a broad range of outcomes rather than graduates alone. Program choice and completion status will affect individual results significantly.

For adults researching career-focused education, Arkansas State University offers programs in fields relevant to this site, including preparation for roles as postsecondary or college instructors and as statisticians. Prospective students interested in either of these fields should confirm current program availability and degree requirements directly with the university.