 |
|
|
|
Arkansas State University (ASU) is a four year public school, located in Jonesboro. It was established in 1909. ASU is the main campus of the Arkansas State University system. The school has on-campus housing available for more than 2,400 students.
ASU is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission as well as 18 specialized accrediting organizations. It is regionally accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NCACHE). It offers Associate's degrees, Bachelor's degrees, Master's degrees and Doctorate degrees.
Arkansas State University belongs to the Sun Belt Conference. The university offers financial aid to athletes for football, basketball, baseball, track and other sports. The Cooper Alumni Center of ASU offers a venue for all alumni to visit and reunite.
The school does not accept everyone who applies. In 2007-2008, SAT verbal scores of half of students were 460 to 520. Three-fourths of students accepted in 2007-2008 had SAT math scores of 450 or more.
The school offers tenure to reward and retain some professors.
In 2007-2008, Arkansas State had 11,130 enrolled students.
Student athletes at the school belong to the Sun Belt Conference for major sports.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Arkansas State University educates leaders,
enhances intellectual growth and enriches lives."
More complete details are provided below.
Arkansas State University Main Campus
2105 E. Aggie Road
State University, AR 72467
General Phone: (870) 972-2100
http://www.astate.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 410 | early childhood education, middle school teaching, elementary/middle school admin, gifted and talended education, physical education teaching, school counseling, curriculum and instruction, special ed, ... |
| Business and Management | 306 | business management, accounting, finance, marketing, international business, MIS |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 293 | registered nursing, nurse anesthetist, licensed practical nurse, EMT paramedic |
| Liberal Arts | 235 | general studies, history, speech and rhetoric, English, political science, sociology, Spanish language, area and Cultural studies, ... |
| Medical Support and Technology | 133 | radiation therapist, clinical lab tech, audiology and speech pathology, speech pathology, phlebotomy |
| Therapy and Counseling | 89 | psychology, physical therapist assistant, physical therapy, counseling psychology |
| Science | 81 | biology, chemistry, physics |
| Media | 81 | radio and television, journalism, communication and journalism, printing equipment operation |
| Family and Social Work | 74 | social work, public administration, child care management |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 51 | agricultural operations, food technology |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 49 | criminology, criminal justice and safety, forensic science, criminal justice and police |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 44 | exercise science, sports and fitness management, health and physical education, athletic trainer |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 38 | data processing tech, computer and info science |
| Engineering | 32 | engineering |
| Engineering Technician | 29 | engineering technician, electronics tech |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 19 | environmental science, wildlife management, environmental studies |
| Art Studies | 17 | art studies |
| Office and Administration | 14 | administrative assistant |
| Mechanics and Repair | 13 | HVAC, automobile mechanics, autobody repair |
| Music | 12 | music performance, music |
| Medicine | 12 | health professions, gerontology |
| Animal Science and Care | 11 | animal science |
| Landscaping and Horticulture | 10 | plant sciences |
| Mathematics | 9 | mathematics |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 8 | commercial art |
| Religion and Philosophy | 6 | philosophy |
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 5 | cosmetology |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 3 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for Arkansas State in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 1,362 | 59 |
| Master's degree | 421 | 45 |
| Associate's degree | 197 | 11 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 58 | 9 |
| Post-master's certificate | 31 | 3 |
| Doctor's degree | 9 | 2 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 6 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Arkansas State had a total enrollment of 11,130 students (9,723 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 45% |
| Women | 55% |
| Full-Time | 92% |
| Part-Time | 8% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 85% |
| Graduate | 15% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 75% |
| Black | 17% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 25% |
| 20-21 | 19% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Arkansas | 87% |
| Missouri | 6% |
| Tennessee | 3% |
| Texas | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 69 % |
| Part-Time | 28 % |
Arkansas State offers campus housing for 2,514 of its 9,723 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Jonesboro, Arkansas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Arkansas Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 4,235 | 3,305 | 78% | 1,902 | 58% |
| Men | 1,927 | 1,502 | 78% | 851 | 57% |
| Women | 2,308 | 1,803 | 78% | 1,051 | 58% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 460 | 520 |
| SAT Math | 450 | 580 |
| SAT Writing | 410 | 490 |
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 1% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 90% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 6,370 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 14,290 |
| Room and board | $ 5,806 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,130 |
Financial Aid:
Arkansas State participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 109000)
Arkansas State has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 113 | 51 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 74 | 78 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 44 | 110 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 15 | $101,147 | 4 | $94,860 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 10 | $83,956 | 8 | $90,655 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 4 | $56,720 | 9 | $70,168 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 3 | $41,637 | 9 | $41,528 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 32 | $84,642 | 30 | $70,331 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 60 | $74,301 | 15 | $71,491 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 54 | $61,299 | 43 | $58,311 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 56 | $55,596 | 78 | $52,165 |
| Instructor | academic year | 23 | $40,735 | 70 | $35,784 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 193 | $61,236 | 206 | $49,289 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Sun Belt Conference |
| Basketball | Sun Belt Conference |
| Baseball | Sun Belt Conference |
| Track | Sun Belt Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 163 | 96 | 259 |
| Football | 88 | 0 | 88 |
| Track | 25 | 18 | 43 |
| Basketball | 14 | 17 | 31 |
| Baseball | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| All Other Sports | 9 | 61 | 70 |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations
Food Technology and Processing
ANIMAL SCIENCE AND CARE
Animal Sciences, General
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Finance, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Agricultural Teacher Education
Art Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
Business Teacher Education
College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education/Teaching of the Gifted and Talented
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
Social Science Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
ENGINEERING
Engineering, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care and Support Services Management
Public Administration
Social Work
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE
Plant Sciences, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Area, Ethnic, Cultural, and Gender Studies, Other
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
Geography
History, General
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDIA
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production
Journalism
Radio and Television
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
MEDICINE
Gerontology
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse Anesthetist
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education, General
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Criminology
Forensic Science and Technology
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Physical Therapist Assistant
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Arkansas State Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 3% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 7% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
Try our unique CollegeMatch™ tool to find schools similar to Arkansas State.
Click occupation names for extensive details, including salary and other job data.
(Based on an automated mapping of degrees popular at Arkansas State with government-defined occupation categories)
|
|
|
Career Stories from workers: daily activities, job tips, best/worst job aspects, training, etc.
Daily Career & Education News from our staff. We're an approved Google News provider!
Resource Center. A starting point for all CityTownInfo career and college resources.
Career Overviews of hundreds of careers: descriptions, salaries, forecasts, schools, more.
Best Careers Not Requiring Degrees: Good pay, job growth, low need for degrees.
Helpful Articles, many in "how-to" format; e.g., "How to Become a Chef".
These lists link to thousands of detailed school profiles.
Colleges by State. Nearly every college and trade school in the country.
Colleges Listed Alphabetically. About 7,000 colleges & trade schools, including online schools.
Colleges by Major City. Browse cities with multiple college options.
Online Colleges. Colleges with online degree programs.
Graduate Schools by State. Colleges offering graduate degree programs.
Graduate Schools by Major City. Find cities with multiple graduate school options.
Information is not guaranteed to be correct. Please check with individual schools for the most accurate and recent information.
Copyright © QuinStreet, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
