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Arkansas Tech University was established as the Second District Agricultural School in 1909. The first classes were held here on October 26, 1910. It was named the Arkansas Polytechnic College in 1925 and adopted its current name on July 9, 1976. In addition to its main campus in Russellville, Arkansas, the university also has a small satellite campus in Ozark, Arkansas. ATU is organized into the following academic divisions:
ATU participates in NCAA Division II athletics. The university is a member of the Gulf South Conference. The men’s and women’s sports teams sponsored by ATU include football, baseball, volleyball, golf, tennis, softball, cross country and basketball.
Arkansas Tech is in Russellville, AR. Russellville is a self-contained town. The school is a public institution. Arkansas Tech issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Post-Master's certificate.
The school offers many areas of study. Fields of study in vogue at Arkansas Tech include education and teaching and mechanics and repair.
Not all applicants to the school are accepted. The top quarter of students at Arkansas Tech scored at least 480 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 450 to 530 in 2007-2008.
The most successful professors at the school are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time.
Approximately 7,476 students study at Arkansas Tech (in 2007-2008).
The school makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students at Arkansas Tech can take advantage of the school's meal plans. Students participate in Gulf South Conference athletics.
In-state students appreciate the low tuition rate.
More complete details are provided below.
Arkansas Tech University
Administration Bldg 200; 1509 N Boulder Ave
Russellville, AR 72801-2222
General Phone: (479) 968-0389
http://www.atu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 336 | early childhood education, instructional media design, physical education teaching, school counseling, ESL instruction, educational administration, music teaching, college student counseling, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 213 | English, history, speech and rhetoric, interdisciplinary studies, sociology, general studies, economics, creative writing, ... |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 167 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse, EMT paramedic, nursing assistant, nursing administration |
| Business and Management | 109 | business management, accounting, MIS |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 59 | information technology, computer and info science, systems analyst |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 55 | rehabilitation, parks and recreation management |
| Science | 49 | biology, chemistry, geology, physical sciences |
| Engineering | 39 | mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, engineering physics, engineering |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 38 | security and protective services, criminal justice and safety, criminal justice and administration |
| Office and Administration | 35 | administrative assistant |
| Mechanics and Repair | 33 | autobody repair, automobile mechanics, HVAC |
| Therapy and Counseling | 29 | psychology, physical therapist assistant |
| Medicine | 26 | health professions |
| Medical Administration | 25 | medical records admin, medical secretary, medical transcription |
| Media | 23 | journalism, mass communication |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 23 | agricultural operations |
| Engineering Technician | 19 | nuclearn engineering tech, electrical/electronic tech, industrial tech, electronics tech |
| Art Studies | 17 | art studies |
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 13 | cosmetology |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 11 | conservation |
| Hospitality | 10 | hospitality management |
| Medical Support and Technology | 8 | medical assistant, clinical lab tech |
| Production Trades | 7 | welding |
| Mathematics | 5 | mathematics |
| Music | 5 | music |
| Family and Social Work | 3 | child development |
Number of programs and degrees for Arkansas Tech in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 834 | 49 |
| Master's degree | 233 | 24 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 147 | 14 |
| Associate's degree | 100 | 11 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 39 | 2 |
| Post-master's certificate | 4 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Arkansas Tech had a total enrollment of 7,476 students (6,758 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 47% |
| Women | 53% |
| Full-Time | 94% |
| Part-Time | 6% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 91% |
| Graduate | 9% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 85% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 7% |
| 18-19 | 31% |
| 20-21 | 23% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Arkansas | 94% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 66 % |
| Part-Time | 71 % |
Arkansas Tech offers campus housing for 2,287 of its 6,758 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Russellville, Arkansas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Arkansas Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,959 | 2,732 | 92% | 1,545 | 57% |
| Men | 1,359 | 1,232 | 91% | 731 | 59% |
| Women | 1,598 | 1,499 | 94% | 814 | 54% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 420 | 480 |
| SAT Math | 450 | 530 |
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| 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 | 84% |
| 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 | $ 4,410 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,274 |
| Room and board | $ 4,970 |
| Room charge | $ 2,824 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,146 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,350 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,440 |
Financial Aid:
Arkansas Tech participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 108900)
Arkansas Tech has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 77 | 60 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 42 | 31 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 34 | 45 |
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 | 9 | $104,093 | 5 | $86,552 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 3 | $91,898 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 3 | $38,256 | 5 | $39,573 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 16 | $85,007 | 14 | $69,903 |
*: 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 | 25 | $65,903 | 11 | $62,583 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 36 | $58,977 | 29 | $56,328 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 54 | $47,883 | 51 | $49,344 |
| Instructor | academic year | 8 | $39,043 | 18 | $36,758 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 14 | $40,838 | 14 | $39,765 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 137 | $52,850 | 123 | $49,243 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Gulf South Conference |
| Basketball | Gulf South Conference |
| Baseball | Gulf South Conference |
| Track | Gulf South Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 128 | 47 | 175 |
| Football | 92 | 0 | 92 |
| Baseball | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| Basketball | 7 | 10 | 17 |
| Track | 0 | 5 | 5 |
| All Other Sports | 5 | 32 | 37 |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Management Information Systems, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Technology
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Natural Resources/Conservation, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
Business Teacher Education
College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, Other
Education/Teaching of the Gifted and Talented
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Educational/Instructional Media Design
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Foreign Language Teacher Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Social Studies Teacher Education
Speech Teacher Education
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
Teaching English as Second/Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
ENGINEERING
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering Physics
Engineering, General
Mechanical Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Industrial Technology/Technician
Nuclear Engineering Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Development
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Creative Writing
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
General Studies
History, General
International/Global Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
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
Journalism
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Medical/Clinical Assistant
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD)
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, Other
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
PRODUCTION TRADES
Welding Technology/Welder
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physical Sciences
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Security and Protective Services, Other
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physical Therapist Assistant
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Arkansas Tech Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 9% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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