Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Russellville, Arkansas |
| Online | atu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Town |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Arkansas Tech University occupies a 516-acre main campus in Russellville, Arkansas, situated along the Arkansas River Valley between the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains, approximately 75 miles northwest of Little Rock. Founded in 1909 as the Second District Agricultural School, the institution evolved from a technical and agricultural training school to a comprehensive regional university. The campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings, including several structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places. ATU is known for its programs in engineering, business, education, and nursing, while also maintaining strong technical and applied science curricula. The university operates as primarily a residential campus with multiple student housing options, though it also serves a significant commuter population from the surrounding region.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
ATU is rated within the lower 31% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Arkansas Tech University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#927 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#376 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#9 in Best Colleges in Arkansas
#6 in Best Public Colleges in Arkansas
#11 in Best Value Colleges in Arkansas
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 940/1150 |
| ACT | 17/24 |
| GPA | 3.37 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Arkansas Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 |
| Other Fees | $2,513 |
| Room and Board | $9,852 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,094 |
| Total One Year Cost | $23,694 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 |
| Other Fees | $2,513 |
| Room and Board | $9,852 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,094 |
| Total One Year Cost | $29,688 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 23% |
| Education | 12% |
| Business | 12% |
| General Studies | 10% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=106467 IPEDS survey data for Arkansas Tech University.
Current students may use the Arkansas Tech University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025