Arkansas State University

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Located in Jonesboro, Arkansas, Arkansas State University has earned dual recognition from Abound as a Best Online College and a Best College for Adults. The school combines flexible learning options with measurable student progress indicators, reflecting a focus on helping adult learners move steadily toward degree completion.

Overview

School Type

Website: www.astate.edu

Accessibility

Distance education:Yes
Online degrees:Yes
Career services:Yes
Weekend/Evening classes:Yes
Credit for life experiences:No
On-Campus day care:Yes

Demographics

Part-time students

2,715 undergrads

Full-time undergrad students:5,279
Undergrad students over 25 years old:1,753
Pell Grant students:3,017
Online and distance education undergrad students:1,998

Part-time students

34%
Students over 25 years old

20%

Cost

In-district per-credit-hour charge for part-time students

$299

Average net price for students awarded grant/aid

$13,002

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Online & Distance Programs

Bachelor's degrees offered

Agriculture Operations and Related Sciences(1)
Communication Journalism and Related Programs(3)
Education(1)
Engineering Technologies and Engineering-related Fields(2)
Liberal Arts and Sciences General Studies and Humanities(1)

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies(1)
Parks Recreation Leisure and Fitness Studies(1)
Psychology(1)
Social Sciences(3)
Health Professions and Related Programs(3)

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Outcomes

Retention rate for part-time students:45%
Graduation rate for part-time students:21%

Military & Veteran

Number of undergraduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits

137 students

Credit for military training:Yes
Dedicated staff member:Yes
Student veteran organization:Yes
Yellow Ribbon Program member:Yes
Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:Yes

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