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Arkansas State University

Public Jonesboro, AR · Urban · Southeast · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
55%
Graduation Rate
$42,617
Earnings (10yr)
$12,366
Net Price
82%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Arkansas State University serves over 9,100 students, with an acceptance rate of 82%. This high acceptance rate means that many students can find a place in higher education here, making it accessible for a diverse range of applicants.

The earnings potential for graduates is notable, with a median income of $42,617 ten years post-graduation. While the graduation rate sits at 55%, data from Chetty/Opportunity Insights can help assess economic mobility for students, particularly those from lower-income backgrounds. Although specific mobility metrics aren't available, the presence of a 38% Pell Grant rate indicates that a significant portion of students receive federal aid, suggesting a commitment to supporting those from economically challenged families.

Cost is another important factor for prospective students. The net price of attendance is $12,366, and graduates leave with a median debt of $20,500. Those who thrive at Arkansas State University often come from diverse backgrounds and are pursuing degrees in popular fields like Health Professions, Education, and Business. Students looking for a supportive environment and a clear path to employment may find their fit here.

Rankings

How Arkansas Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation55%Earnings 10yr$43KNet Price$12KRetention78%Median Debt$21KPell Grant Rate38%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$10K$0-30K$9K$30-48K$12K$48-75K$16K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%1592.9%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1479.7%MOBILITY235.71%

Cost & Financial Aid

$8,090
In-State Tuition
$14,522
Out-of-State
$12,366
Avg Net Price
$20,500
Median Debt
38%
Pell Grant Rate
42%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$10,098
Family Income $0–$30K
$9,255
Family Income $30K–$48K
$12,205
Family Income $48K–$75K
$16,444
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$38,944
6 Years After Entry
$40,605
8 Years
$42,617
10 Years
0.48x
Debt-to-Earnings
53%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$38,944 6yr $40,605 8yr $42,617 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

235.71%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1479.7%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1592.9%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$60,800
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.22
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
6.1%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.376%
Inventor Rate
67
Total Patents
34
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 82%
Retention Rate 78%
SAT Average 1090
ACT Midpoint 23
SAT Range 970–1190
ACT Range 18–24
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,579
Diversity Index 0.56
First-Gen Students 39%

Top Programs

Humanities 39%
Health Professions 17%
Business & Marketing 10%
Psychology 7%
Education 4%
Communications 4%
Social Sciences 3%
Biology & Biomedical 3%