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Arkansas State University-Newport, or ASUN, is a branch of the Arkansas State University System. It was initially known as the White River Vocational Technical School which was merged with the Arkansas State University-Beebe in 1991. A year later, it became the ASU-Beebe/Newport which was later named Arkansas State University-Newport. It is located in Newport, Arkansas.
Arkansas State University-Newport offers two-year associate’s degrees in arts, science, and applied science. Various certificate of general studies, technical certificates, and certificates of proficiency programs are also available.
The students of ASUN participate in intramural sports including softball, ping pong, and basketball. The institute also hosts organizations including the Phi Theta Kappa, Student Government Association, and PEM Club.
Arkansas State can be found in Newport, AR (a rural area). The school is a public institution. The Associate's degree is the highest degree at Arkansas State.
The most common majors at the school are in transportation.
Arkansas State is welcoming, and offers open admission to students who meet its minimum qualifications. People attending the school come from a variety of states around the country.
Classes at Arkansas State are less crowded than at many schools. A tenure system is one way the school works to keep a high-quality staff.
In 2007, 1,175 students were enrolled in Arkansas State.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Arkansas State University - Newport's mission is to provide:
*Integrity of Programs and Services;
*Affordable Life Long Learning; and
*Enhanced Quality of Life
in the Diverse Community we serve."
More complete details are provided below.
Arkansas State University Newport
7648 Victory Blvd
Newport, AR 72112
General Phone: (870) 512-7800
http://www.asun.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation | 828 | truck and bus driver |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 67 | nursing assistant, licensed practical nurse, registered nursing |
| Liberal Arts | 42 | liberal arts and sciences, general studies, interdisciplinary studies |
| Construction Trades | 11 | lineworker |
| Education And Teaching | 7 | middle school teaching, early childhood education |
| Mechanics And Repair | 5 | diesel mechanics |
| Business And Management | 4 | business, MIS |
| Engineering Technician | 2 | computer systems tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Arkansas State in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 865 | 2 |
| Associate's degree | 61 | 9 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 40 | 3 |
In 2007, Arkansas State had a total enrollment of 1,175 students (660 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 82% |
| Black | 15% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 24% |
| 18-19 | 15% |
| 20-21 | 11% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 56 % |
| Part-Time | 75 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Newport, 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.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 1,872 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,144 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid:
Arkansas State participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 109002)
Arkansas State has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 2 | 4 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 5 | 13 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 14 | 7 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 3 | $38,233 | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 14 | $40,421 | 5 | $45,496 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 17 | $40,035 | 6 | $45,870 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | academic year | 4 | $37,136 | 17 | $40,206 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 4 | $37,136 | 18 | $39,917 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business/Commerce, General
Management Information Systems, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
TRANSPORTATION
Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Arkansas State Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in transportation (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% |  |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching
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