Arkansas State University

Aggie Rd @ A-State Student Union, Jonesboro, AR 72401, USA | Founded: 1909 | Public, University | School ID: 000206 | Visit University


Why Arkansas State University | Scholarship Details | University Accreditation/ Recognition

Arkansas State University

About

Arkansas State University (A-State), established in 1909, is a public research university located in Jonesboro, Arkansas, United States. It is a member of the Arkansas State University System and state-owned, and it is the system's flagship campus. A-State has evolved over time into a premier institution of higher learning in the Mid-South, with a reputation for high-quality academic programs, research productivity, and student achievement.

A-State offers a diverse range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs in business, engineering, education, nursing, and the sciences. It is institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) to ensure high academic quality standards. The university has a diverse student population of over 14,000, with a significant majority of international students from over 60 countries. Facilities and services for international students include the Global Engagement Office, English language support, cultural adjustment programs, international student clubs, and on-campus housing that is intended to support their academic and social integration.

Features

Why Arkansas State University
  1. Situated in Jonesboro, Arkansas, A-State benefits from a location that combines the advantages of a college town with proximity to larger cities like Memphis, Tennessee. This provides students with access to cultural, educational, and employment opportunities.
  2. The campus is outfitted with cutting-edge classrooms, laboratories, libraries, and recreational areas. The Red Wolf Center provides exercise and recreational programs for students to promote a healthy and active lifestyle.
  3. The university boasts a robust athletics program, with teams competing in the NCAA Division I Sun Belt Conference. Students can engage in or support a wide range of sports, including football, basketball, baseball, and soccer.
  4. The Fowler Center at A-State supports cultural and artistic activities by hosting performances, exhibitions, and events in music, drama, and visual arts. These programs contribute to the cultural life of the university and its surrounding community.
  5. The institution prioritizes community engagement and encourages students to take part in service-learning initiatives and volunteer activities. This involvement encourages kids to acquire a feeling of social responsibility and connect with their communities.
Scholarship Details
Arkansas State University (A-State) offers several scholarship awards specifically for international students to continue their academic pursuit. The International Freshman Scholarship gives $3,000 per year to undergraduate freshmen who have a minimum 3.25 overall high school GPA and who satisfy A-State's English proficiency requirement. Similarly, the International Transfer Scholarship awards $3,000 annually to transfer students with at least 24 transferable college credits and a GPA of at least 3.25, along with meeting English proficiency requirements. Both scholarships are renewable annually, contingent upon students' retention of a 3.0 GPA and enrollment in 30 credit hours annually. Note that the scholarships may not be combined with other institutional scholarships. In addition to institutional scholarships, A-State provides access to several privately funded scholarships administered by the university and the ASU Foundation.
These scholarships are provided to full-time students and typically require evidence of academic achievement or outstanding talent in a specific area. Apart from this, A-State also recognizes external scholarship awards for international students, such as the Aga Khan Foundation's International Scholarship Programme, which provides scholarships to students from developing countries on a 50% grant and 50% loan basis. For additional details regarding scholarship availability and application procedures, international students should visit A-State's.

University Accreditation/ Recognition
Arkansas State University (A-State) is accredited by several organizations, which ensures that its programs meet certain standards of quality and rigor. The primary accreditation for the university as a whole is from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), which is one of the six regional accreditors in the United States. This accreditation covers all degree programs offered by the university.
In addition to institutional accreditation by the HLC, many programs at Arkansas State University have specialized accreditations. Here are some examples:
  1. College of Business: Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
  2. College of Education: Accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
  3. College of Nursing and Health Professions: Various programs are accredited by specific bodies such as the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) for nursing programs and the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) for physical therapy.
  4. College of Engineering and Computer Science: Accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).

Location

Aggie Rd @ A-State Student Union, Jonesboro, AR 72401, USA

Financials

Descriptions Subtotal
Avg Cost of Tuition/Year USS 17,126
Cost of Living/Year USS 10,223
*Application Fee USS 0 - USS 50
*Charged once per application
Estimated Total/Year USS 27,349

Programs