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Arkansas State University Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into Arkansas State University Main Campus

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

69.5%
Admission Difficulty for Arkansas State University Main Campus
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Easy 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Arkansas State University is 69.5%.  Its admission rate is the 12th lowest in Arkansas.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Arkansas State University and can you get accepted?

Arkansas State University is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 4,202 out of the 6,045 who applied were admitted.

Arkansas State University Main Campus typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.66. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the lower half of their high school class. 32% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Arkansas State University Main Campus you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.66 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1090 on the SAT
  • Score 22 on the ACT

Arkansas State University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.66

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Arkansas State University Main Campus?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Arkansas State University are to have around a 3.66 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Arkansas State University accepts 70% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Arkansas State University is 3.66 on the 4.0 scale. 28% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #7 in Arkansas for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Arkansas State University is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.7 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Arkansas State University Main Campus students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 27.52% Good
3.75 to 3.99 23.29% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 18.37% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 12.37% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 9.15% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 6.53% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 1.84% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.93% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Arkansas State University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Arkansas State University Main Campus. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 2% of students submitted SAT scores and 88% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

980-1200

Applicants Submitting SAT 

2%
SAT Scores for Arkansas State University Main Campus
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 470
Math 25th Percentile 510
Composite 25th Percentile 980
SAT Scores for Arkansas State University Main Campus
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 610
Math 75th Percentile 590
Composite 75th Percentile 1200
Average SAT Score 1090

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Arkansas State University Main Campus?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Arkansas State University is 1090 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 980-1200. Students who get into Arkansas State University Main Campus score in the top 64 percent of all SAT test takers..  Arkansas State University ranks #8 in the state of Arkansas for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1090 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Arkansas State University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 980 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 980, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 870, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Arkansas State University Main Campus is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1090 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1090, you have around a 70% chance of being admitted. A 1200 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 82% chance of getting in.

Arkansas State University Main Campus admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1200 and Above Good >82%
1090 to 1200 Avg + 70%-82%
980 to 1090 Avg - 55%-70%
870 to 980 Reach 39%-55%
Less than 870 Low <39%
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Arkansas State University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

19-25 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

88%
ACT Scores for Arkansas State University Main Campus
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 20
Math 25th Percentile 17
Composite 25th Percentile 19
ACT Scores for Arkansas State University Main Campus
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 26
Math 75th Percentile 25
Composite 75th Percentile 25
Average ACT Score 22

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Arkansas State University?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Arkansas State University is 22, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 19 and 25.  The school ranks #7 in Arkansas for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 22. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 19 and score in the score in the top 56 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 16.

Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 88 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Arkansas State University Main Campus.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Arkansas State University Main Campus is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Arkansas State University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 22 score has around 70% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 82% with a 25 ACT score.

Arkansas State University Main Campus admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
25 and Above Good >82%
22 to 25 Avg + 70%-82%
19 to 22 Avg - 55%-70%
16 to 19 Reach 39%-55%
Less than 16 Low <39%
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High School Class Rank

100% of Arkansas State University Main Campus freshman are in the lower half of their high school graduating class.

High School Class Rank for admitted Arkansas State University Main Campus students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 0%
Top 25% of class 0%
Top 50% of class 0%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Arkansas State University Main Campus admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 3,168 2,875 6,045
Accepted 2,293 1,909 4,202
Acceptance Rate 72% 66% 70%
Enrolled 759 566 1,325
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 33% 30% 32%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Arkansas State University Main Campus is $30.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Arkansas State University Main Campus and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Arkansas State University Main Campus Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Arkansas State University Main Campus
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Arkansas State University is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.66 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1090 on the SAT and 22 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Arkansas State University Main Campus often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=106458 IPEDS survey data for Arkansas State University Main Campus.

Last updated February 24, 2024