Arkansas State University International Viewbook

ARKANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY

HOME OF THE

RED WOLVES!

Why choose

> Affordable, public institution > Mid-size city centrally located > Several major options with STEM designation > Student support system > Free transportation in town > Student ambassadors for cultural transition support

A S T A T E

Table of Contents: 1 Why Choose A-State 3 About the Community 5 Getting Involved 7 Our Students

8 ESL Program 9 Living On Campus 11 Student Research 13 Degree Programs

15 Tuition & Scholarships 17 Admission Requirements 18 Next Steps

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Make Yourself WHETHER IT’S WATCHING THE SUNRISE AT THE NATURAL STATE’S LAKES AND MOUNTAINS, SHOPPING INTOWN DURING THE DAY, OR ENJOYING A NIGHT OF FOOD AND MUSIC DOWNTOWN, YOU’LL FIND YOURSELF FITTING IN WITH THE LOCALS.

DOWNTOWN

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A-STATE CAMPUS

SHOPPING

3 YOU CAN FIND IT IN

4 MILES SQUARE

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OUTDOOR RECREATION

One square mile at A-State serves as the heart of culture, tourism and sports for Northeast Arkansas.

This includes Red Wolves football at Centennial Bank Stadium, baseball at Tomlinson Stadium, concerts and more in First National Bank Arena, Bradbury Art Museum, Judd Hill Farmers’ Market, A-State Museum, Red Wolf Convention Center, and Fowler Center, the premier performing arts center.

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Upscale dining? Brunch? Music venues? Ramen shops?

Student lofts? Brew pub? It is all in downtown Jonesboro.

There is eclectic shopping from custom soaps and casual women’s clothing, to the headquarters store of one of the state’s prime outdoor lifestyle companies.

Along with community festivals, downtown Jonesboro hosts special events for students such as the annual welcome back block party.

OH, DID WE FORGET TO MENTION THE CITY OF JONESBORO’S LATEST HIGH-PRIORITY PROJECT: THE A-STATE TO DOWNTOWN BIKE AND PEDESTRIAN TRAIL?

POPULATION

at Home

A-STATE

14,000+

JONESBORO

ARKANSAS

78,000+

3 MILLION+

4 HRS

ST. LOUIS, MO 4 HRS

NASHVILLE, TN [ WE ARE HERE! ] 1 HR

MEMPHIS, TN 2 HRS

LITTLE ROCK, AR 7 HRS

DALLAS, TX

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One of the largest urban parks in the state, Craighead Forest Park is an oasis of mountain biking and trail running. The 692-acre park includes a 60-acre lake for canoeing, kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding. You can even overnight camp in the – wait for it – Craighead Forest. The park has helped host the Jonesboro Open, which is a part of the Disc Golf Pro Tour, three times on its disc golf course.

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With shopping areas featuring all the usual national brands to fun and funky local boutiques that showcase the latest fashion trends, you can find most of what you are looking for in the growing shopping areas located near Red Wolf Boulevard and what the locals call “the old fairgrounds.”

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Go Get involveD If you are motivated to make a difference or simply make friends, A-State offers opportunities for every student to grow personally, academically and professionally.

Involvement in your communities will lead you to discovering what fulfills you and expanding on your passion in life. ] Academic & Profession-Related ] Special Interest Clubs ] Greek Life ] Governing & Programming Organizations ] Club Sports, including ESPORTS & Rugby ] Largest FBLA Collegiate Chapter

+150 A-State ESPORTS participated at the collegiate level taking TOP HONORS in several events in the past few years.

registered student organizations

The RSO list changes often. Check out the website for a complete and up-todate list of groups.

AState.edu/RSO

TESTIMONIAL:

Oshin

Get Supported...

Whether you need support to adjust to life in America, require assistance in getting involved on campus, or just need to get around town, International Programs is here to help. Please look at the options we have available to the right.

> Free transportation every week to major shopping areas in town > Free airport pick-up and drop-off at Memphis International Airport on select dates each term

Hi. I am Oshin Thapa from Nepal. I am a sophomore pursuing my degree in Biological Science. A-State has always been my first choice while applying to study in the U.S. From the broad range of degrees offered, affordable living expenses, and amazing teaching-learning experience, I have never been this happy. Apart from my educational experience, I feel so lucky that I am a part of an institution which is full of students with different perspectives, backgrounds, communities and cultures.

Our school proudly loves to express and offer equal opportunities and respect for each and every student.

> Support advising from expert staff on immigration, insurance, cultural adjustment and employment > Student Peer Ambassador program to help you get involved on campus > International student organizations and international community events to foster friendships > Academic and social spaces in the Global Hub dedicated to international students

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WHERE DO “RED WOLVES” Our international students come from all around the world.

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• Africa - 25 • Asia - 17 • Australia & New Zealand - 4 • Bangladesh - 38

• Canada - 6 • Central America - 2 • China - 55 • Europe - 35 • India - 149 • Japan - 69 • Mexico - 16 • Middle East - 21

• Nepal - 121 • Nigeria - 13 • North American Island Countries - 7 • South Africa - 23 • South America - 3 • South Korea - 28 • Vietnam - 98

A-STATE IS HOME TO 730 INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS 7

COME FROM?

ARKANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY welcomes all international students and provides access to a quality, affordable education in a caring and supportive environment. Students come from all over the world for language instruction and degree programs. Here we can take you further!

ENGLISH LEARNING ACADEMY ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE [ ESL ] Learn the English skills necessary for academic and social success through expert classroom instruction and exciting programs and activities offered. As an ELA student, students will have free and unlimited access to all university services and facilities with your paid enrollment, including recreational facilities, student health facilities, the library, email, computer access, and student organizations and clubs.

DIRECT ADMIT TO A-STATE You will not need to submit any test scores such as TOEFL or IELTS in order to attend academic programs at A-State once you successfully complete the ESL program. To be directly admitted, you must complete the final level of the program with 80 percent or higher proficiency for undergraduate admission, or 90 percent or higher proficiency, and receive a passing grade for graduate admission.

ACTIVITIES The English Learning Academy also offers activities for students to be involved in both on campus and around Jonesboro. Activities include sports tournaments, game nights, movie nights and trips to the farmers market. Each semester, at least one trip is made to Memphis to visit the International Market, where students can often find ingredients and foods from their home countries that aren’t always available around Jonesboro.

CURRICULUM The ELA program consists of five levels plus a foundation level for students with little or no English experience. Each level focuses on the four skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening, as well as pronunciation and grammar. Students are expected to complete homework assignments, quizzes, exams and participate for a final grade. Oral communication courses will also require students to do oral presentations and writing courses will require students to keep a writing journal.

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HOME IS HERE Residence halls are among the best places to connect with new people, find study partners, and be close to all the activities and resources on campus. From traditional halls and quads to apartments and townhouses, we offer a progression of living arrangements to make you feel at home. All of our freshman residence options are suite-style, which means you’ll never have to wait around in your flip-flops for an empty shower. Each residence hall is located near the middle of campus, so you will always be close to our wide variety of dining options.

2023-2024 ANNUAL

ARKANSAS HALL | KAYS HALL | UNIVERSITY HALL | NORTHPARK QUADS POTENTIAL HOUSING OPTIONS LIVING-LEARNING COMMUNITIES (LLC): HONORS | ROTC-STEM | GRIFFIN HOUSE | ART & INNOVATION | MUSIC

WELCOME TO YOUR NEW COMFORT ZONE!

AState.edu/Housing

UNIVERSITY HOUSING & DINING

YOUR NEW YOUR HOWL AWAY FROM HOME...

ROOM & BOARD RATES: RESIDENCE HALLS Arkansas Hall + Kays Hall + University Hall • Living Learning Communities Honors + | Griffin House + ROTC + | STEM + Northpark Quads + Greek Village

DOUBLE RATE NA $2,550 $2,550

SINGLE RATE $3,200 $3,200 $3,200

$2,550 N/A N/A $2,550

$3,200 $3,200 $3,200 $3,200

• = Female Hall | + = Co-Ed Hall MEAL PLANS 5 Day + $400 Flex $2,265

7 Day + $300 Flex $2,260

7 Day + $450 Flex $2,350

Single and Single Deluxe rooms are only available, space permitting.

Meal plans are mandatory for all residence hall students and may only be changed prior to the opening date for the residence halls.

Students with the 5-Day meal plan may enter the Acansa Dining Hall unlimited times Monday through Friday. Students with the 7-Day meal plan may enter the Acansa Dining Hall unlimited times each day of the week. The number after the “+” indicates flex dollars. Flex dollars operate like a declining balance account that can be used at any of our dining venues, including Acansa Dining Hall, the Food Court, Starbucks, the Campus Store and Cafe a la Cart. The purchase of any of the meal plans is dependent on number of years enrolled in college. Unused flex dollars will carry over from fall to spring if a spring board plan is purchased, but they must be used by the end of the spring semester to avoid forfeiture.

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CAMERON Working as a Resident Assistant (RA) has been one of the major highlights of my 4-years at A-State. Being from South Africa, the RA position helped me to settle in a lot faster as it gave me the opportunity to meet many students on campus. As an RA I have also been able to meet many of the fantastic staff here at A-State, who have all supported me throughout my time at college. The diversity of students that I have interacted with daily, with their many different cultures and languages, has provided the opportunity for me to experience these different cultures and languages in a place where I would not have had this opportunity in South Africa. The vast number of people I have worked with has allowed me to develop my communication and leadership skills. I have been an RA for three consecutive years, and not only has it been enjoyable and a wonderful experience, but I also feel proud to have been able to assist many students settle-in and make A-State their home-awayfrom-home. The full-time staff and the other RA’s encourage me in every way and this encourages me to do the same for all my residents.

NO SHORTAGE OF DINING OPTIONS

AState.edu/Dining

From salad to dessert and everything in between to keep your belly happy, the newly renovated Acansa Dining Hall is a favorite spot on campus for students. If you are in the mood for something else, try the food court. We have sushi, smoothies, mac-and-cheese bowls, grilled-to-order fare, and the college staple – hot, melty, cheesy pizza. We even have the student favorite: Chick-fil-A. There is no shortage of other eateries around campus, too: Starbucks Coffee for your morning caffeine buzz, Einstein Bros. Bagels for all of your bakery and deli needs, the new Sweet Shoppe for your sweet tooth, and Simply-To-Go for something quick to eat while on the move. Our Campus Store is always stocked for whatever snack you are craving, and Howl On Wheels is A-State’s very own food truck with plenty of delectable delights.

Visit the website to explore meal plans and get ready to chow down.

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AT ARKANSAS STATE, STUDENTS PUSH THE LIMITS OF LEARNING. WE COLLABORATE WITH NASA IN OUTER SPACE & HIGH ABOVE THE CLOUDS

LAUNCH PAD In 2024, a solar eclipse will cast a path of full totality across the Jonesboro area and we will be ready to chase it. A-State researchers will draw on their eclipse experience in 2017, when they worked with undergraduate students in a NASA project that flew a high-altitude balloon to capture video, photographs and scientific data. The Arkansas BalloonSAT team, which includes students, has launched and flown 62 high altitude balloons from Arkansas and Missouri in the last 16 years.

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This photograph of the Earth’s surface, captured at an ABS record altitude, was taken by a camera on board a high-altitude balloon launched by A-State students.

BECOME PART OF...

An Experiential Learning Community

Rooted in Research AN INTEGRAL PART OF ARKANSAS STATE

THE CREATE@STATE SYMPOSIUM

AState.edu/CreateAtState

Through multiple fields of study, such as engineering and biological sciences, A-State students have had the opportunity to collaborate and go beyond textbooks and classrooms by sending their applied knowledge into the sky. Dr. Maureen Dolan and Shea Harris guided a team of A-State students in creating a SPOCS (Student Payload Opportunity with Citizen Science) experiment that was flown

by NASA to the International Space Station in July 2022. Their concept tests if waxworms can be used to biodegrade plastics to manage waste, with a goal to help to provide a more sustainable environment on earth and future, long-term space travel.

Each year, A-State holds its annual student research event, Create@STATE. Students are encouraged to research any topic they desire and develop creative solutions under the advisement of an A-State mentor. Grants for extended research, as well as professional careers, can be launched here! Check out the Create@STATE podcast or YouTube channel for more information.

2023: More than

220

students participated in

180 abstract presentations.

notably: A-STATE IS AMONG

133 3,000

institutions of more than

universities to hold the designation “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity 2” as assigned by The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

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DEGREES MORE THAN 160 UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS COLLEGE NAME | Degree Type | Degree Name | > Emphasis Area COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (B.S.A.) Agricultural Business (emphasis in): > Agricultural Economics & Finance > Agricultural Marketing & Management Agricultural Studies (emphasis in): > Agricultural Education > Agricultural Communications Animal Science (emphasis in): > Equine Management > Pre-Veterinary > Production and Management GIS & Precision Agriculture Plant and Soil Science (emphasis in): > Agronomy _____________________________ NEIL GRIFFIN COLLEGE OF BUSINESS Associate of Science (A.S.) Accounting Information Systems & Business Analytics Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Economics (emphasis in): > Pre-Law Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Accounting (emphasis in): > CPA Business Administration (emphasis in): > Sustainable Business Practices Business Economics Finance (emphasis in): > Banking > Financial Management Global Supply Chain Management Hospitality & Event Tourism Management Information Systems Audit & Control Information Systems & Business Analytics International Business

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Management (emphasis in): > Hospitality Management > Human Resource Management Marketing (emphasis in): > Sales Leadership Organizational Leadership _____________________________ COLLEGE OF EDUCATION & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Psychology Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Exercise Science Psychology Sport Management Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S.E.) Elementary Education Middle-Level Education Physical Education Special Education _____________________________ COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING & COMPUTER SCIENCE Associate of Science (A.S.) Engineering Technology Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Engineering Technology Land Surveying & Geomatics Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (B.S.C.E.) > Civil Engineering Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (B.S.E.E.) > Electrical Engineering Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (B.S.M.E.) > Mechanical Engineering Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Computer Science Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Computer Science Construction Management Data Science & Data Analytics (emphasis in): > Data Analytics > Data Analytics, Domain in Business > Data Science

Engineering Management Systems Engineering Technology (emphasis in): > Computer Systems > Manufacturing & CAD > Technical Studies Land Surveying & Geomatics _____________________________ COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS & COMMUNICATION Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Law Enforcement Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Art (emphasis in): > Art History Communication Studies (emphasis in): > Interpersonal Communication > Organizational Communication > Public Communication Criminology English History Philosophy Political Science Sociology Theatre (emphasis in): > Acting > Theatre Design & Technology > Musical Theatre World Languages and Culture (emphasis in): > French > Spanish > Global Studies Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) Art (emphasis in): > Art Education > Studio Art Graphic Design Bachelor of Music (B.M.) Music (emphasis in): > Composition > Instrumental Performance > Keyboard Performance

> Jazz Studies > Voice Performance Bachelor of Music Education (B.M.E.) Instrumental Music Vocal Music Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Creative Media Production (emphasis in): > Corporate Media > Graphic Communications > Media Ministry > Sports Media Digital Technology & Design (emphasis in): > Artificial Intelligence > Cloud Computing & Cybersecurity Design > Digital Animation > Game Design > Graphic Communications > Information Design > Mobile Application Development > Social Media Management > Software Design & Development > Virtual Reality Production > Web Design > Web Development Fashion Merchandising & Marketing Strategic Communication Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S.E.) English Social Science World Languages and Culture (emphasis in): > French > Spanish _____________________________ COLLEGE OF NURSING & HEALTH PROFESSIONS Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Clinical Laboratory Science Disaster Preparedness/ Emergency Management (emphasis in): > EMT-Basic Occupational Therapist Assistant Physical Therapist Assistant

PRE-PROFESSIONAL TRACKS: Pre-Law, Pre-Chiropractic, Pre-Dental, Pre-Dental Hygiene, Pre-Medical, Pre-Optometry, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Physical Therapy, Pre-Physician Assistant and Pre-Veterinary

BUILD-YOUR-OWN-DEGREE [ BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES ]

HAVING TROUBLE FINDING THAT SPECIAL NICHE THAT GETS YOU TO YOUR UNIQUE PROFESSIONAL AND CAREER ASPIRATIONS? The Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies degree allows you to customize your college experience around an exciting field of study while putting you on the direct path to a career or graduate program.

Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS) students work with their adviser to customize their degree from multiple disciplines. Graduates learn to creatively respond to complex organizational issues or societal problems.

Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (A.A.S.N.) Nursing Nursing, Paramedic-to-AASN, AASN LPN to AASN Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Clinical Laboratory Science Communication Disorders Disaster Preparedness/ Emergency Management Health Studies > Non-Professional Track > Professional Track Nutrition & Dietetics Occupational & Environmental Safety and Health Public Health Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) Nursing (emphasis in): > Second Degree Accelerated Program > RN to BSN > LPN to BSN

Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences (B.S.R.S.) Radiologic Sciences (emphasis in): > Cardiovascular Interventional Technology > Diagnostic Medical Sonography > Imaging Specialist (Bridge Program) > Magnetic Resonance Imaging > Mammography/Breast Sonography > Medical Imaging Informatics > Radiation Therapy Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) Social Work _____________________________ COLLEGE OF SCIENCES & MATHEMATICS Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Chemistry (emphasis in): > Pre-Pharmacy

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Actuarial Science Biochemistry Biological Sciences (emphasis in): > Evolution, Ecology & Organismal Biology (EEOB) > Pre-Professional Studies Biotechnology Chemistry (emphasis in): > Pre-Health Profession Studies Environmental Science Mathematics Physics Wildlife, Fisheries & Conservation > Fisheries > Wildlife Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S.E.) Biology Chemistry Physics Mathematics

GRADUATE DEGREES: Accountancy with Data Analytics (MACC) Applied Digital Technology (MS) (emphasis in:) > Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning > Business Analytics > Cloud Computing & Cybersecurity Design > Game & Application Design Biological Sciences (MA) Business Administration (MBA) (emphasis in:) > Agricultural Business > Business Analytics > Finance Planning & Analysis > General

> Healthcare Administration > International Business > Management Information Systems > Marketing > Supply Chain Management Chemistry (MS) Communication Studies (MA) Computer Science (MS) (emphasis in:) > General > Computer Science Cyber Security > Computer Science-Data Science > Computer Science-High Performance Computing

Engineering-Civil Engineering (MS) Engineering-Electrical Engineering (MS) Engineering-Mechanical Engineering (MS) Engineering Management (MS) English (MA) Environmental Sciences (MS) and (PhD) Exercise Science (MS) Heritage Studies (PhD) History (MA) (emphasis in:) > General > Global History > Public History Journalism (MSMC)

UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES Associate of Arts (A.A.) En Route Associate of General Studies (A.G.S.) Associate of Science (A.S.) En Route Bachelor of Arts (B.A.S.) Organizational Supervision Bachelor of General Studies (B.G.S.) Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Interdisciplinary Studies

Please check the website for the most upto-date degree listings.

AState.edu/Degrees

Degree Name & Type | > Emphasis Area Mathematics (MS) Molecular Biosciences (MS) and (PhD) Music Education (MME) (emphasis in:) > General > Choral > Instrumental Music Performance (MM) (emphasis in:) > Collaborative Piano > Composition > Conducting > Instrumental Performance > Jazz Studies > Piano Pedagogy > Vocal Performance

Physical Education (MSE) Political Science (MA) Radio Television (MSMC) Sociology (MA) Sports Administration (MS)

Please check the website for the most up-to-date degree listings.

AState.edu/Degrees

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2023-2024 ESTIMATED ANNUAL COSTS*

ESL

FALL

UNDERGRADUATE GRADUATE

SUMMER

MARCHMAY

ACADEMIC YEAR

MAYAUGUST

JUNEAUGUST

OCTOBERDECEMBER

TUITION

$4,400.00

$2,500.00 $4,400.00

$2,500.00

$8,800.00

$4,400.00

$2,500.00

MANDATORY FEES

$1,535.00

$1,055.00

$1,535.00

$1,055.00

$3,070.00

$1,535.00

$1,055.00

ROOM & BOARD $4,900.00 RESIDENCE HALL

$3,725.00

$4,900.00

$3,725.00

$9,800.00

$2,700.00

$2,700.00

HEALTH INSURANCE

$450.00

$450.00

$650.00

$650.00

$1,100.00

*Included in Spring

*Included in Spring

TOTAL

$11,285.00 $7,730.00

$11,485.00

$7,930.00

$22,770.00

$8,635.00

$6,255.00

SPRING

JANUARYMAY

TOTAL

AUGUSTDECEMBER

FALL

15

SPRING

TOTAL

SUMMER

FALL

4 COURSES, 4 COURSES, 12 HOURS 12 HOURS

ACADEMIC YEAR

3 COURSES, 9 HOURS

TUITION

$6,624.00

$6,624.00

$13,248.00

$4,968.00

MANDATORY FEES

$639.00

$639.00

$1,278.00

ROOM & BOARD $4,900.00 RESIDENCE HALL

$4,900.00

HEALTH INSURANCE

$450.00

TOTAL

SPRING

TOTAL

SUMMER

5 COURSES, 5 COURSES, 15 HOURS 15 HOURS

ACADEMIC YEAR

3 COURSES, 9 HOURS

TUITION

$8,280.00

$8,280.00

$16,560.00

$4,968.00

$548.00

MANDATORY FEES

$705.00

$705.00

$1,410.00

$548.00

$9,800.00

$2700.00

ROOM & BOARD $4,900.00 RESIDENCE HALL

$4,900.00

$9,800.00

$2,700.00

$650.00

$1,100.00

*Included in Spring

HEALTH INSURANCE

$450.00

$650.00

$1,100.00

*Included in Spring

$12,613.00

$12,813.00

$25,426.00

$8,216.00

TOTAL

$14,335.00 $14,535.00

$28,870.00

$8,216.00

FALL

SPRING

TOTAL

SUMMER

3 COURSES, 9 HOURS

3 COURSES, ACADEMIC 9 HOURS YEAR

2 COURSES, 6 HOURS

TUITION

$5,985.00

$5,985.00

$11,970.00

$3,990.00

MANDATORY FEES

$573.00

$573.00

$1,146.00

$482.00

ROOM & BOARD $4,900.00 RESIDENCE HALL

$4,900.00

$9,800.00

$2,700.00

HEALTH INSURANCE

$450.00

$650.00

$1,100.00

*Included in Spring

TOTAL

$11,908.00

$12,108.00 $24,016.00

$7,172.00

*THE COSTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY THE ASU SYSTEM BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR THE 2023-24 SCHOOL YEAR.

WOLVES UP! ®

SCHOLARSHIPS

STUDENTS MUST BE FULLY ADMITTED TO THE UNIVERSITY FOR SCHOLARSHIP CONSIDERATION.

UNDERGRADUATE FRESHMAN

• $3,000 per year • Cannot be combined with other scholarships • Must have a 3.25 GPA and meet A-State English proficiency requirements • Must be admitted as an undergraduate freshman

UNDERGRADUATE TRANSFER

• $3,000 per year • Cannot be combined with other scholarships • Must have a 3.25 GPA, have at least 24 transferrable college hours and meet A-State English proficiency requirements • Must be admitted as an undergraduate transfer

GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

The Arkansas State University Graduate School offers its students the opportunity to apply for Graduate Assistantships. Over two hundred available positions are filled each year. Graduate Assistantships provide students with opportunities to acquire essential experience in research, teaching, technical or administrative fields while pursuing their degree. Some of the additional benefits include: • Bimonthly pay • In-state tuition rate for Master’s Degree candidates, provided they are appointed on or before the 11th day of class • Full tuition waiver for some Doctoral candidates • Full-time status with only 6 credit hours of coursework for Masters students • Full-time status with only 9 credit hours of coursework for Doctoral students

EMPLOYMENT

OPPORTUNITIES

• ESL Students are not allowed to work, but Undergraduate & Graduate students can work on-campus 20 hours a week when school is in session and 28 hours a week when school is not in session • THERE ARE OPPORTUNITIES! Many students work on campus for academic departments, cafeteria, gym, library, museum, and on-campus dorms.

• During school, international students can also participate in CPT (Curricular Practical Training), which is an internship during your studies on or off campus, paid or unpaid • After graduation, international students can participate in OPT (Optional Practical Training). This is a one-year period of legal work authorization to work in your field of study off-campus after you graduate.

- If in a STEM field, the term can be extended for an additional 24 months - This work authorization can lead into a H1B sponsorship, if the hiring business chooses to do so.

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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS GPA FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS: FRESHMEN 2.3/4.0 on high school transcript

GPA FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS: TRANSFER 2.0/4.0 on college transcript with 24 credit hours * If you have less than 24 credit hours, you will also need to have a 2.3/4.0 on your high school transcript

GPA FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS 2.75/4.0 on bachelor’s degree transcript but some departments may require higher

GPA FOR ESL + UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS 2.3/4.0 on high school transcript, unless you have college work then you submit a 2.0/4.0 on your college transcript

GPA FOR ESL + GRADUATE STUDENTS 2.75/4.0 minimum on bachelor’s degree transcript but some departments may require higher * Please Note: Other admission documents will be required but these are the basic admission criteria. ** Please Note: Only certain graduate departments allow for conditional (ESL+) admission.

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY

*

ACCEPTABLE PROOF

UNDERGRADUATE MINIMUMS

GRADUATE MINIMUMS

Complete A-State’s ELA

Minimum grade of 80%

Minimum grade of 90%

TOEFL Internet-based

61

79

IELTS Academic

5.5

6.0

PTE Academic

43

56

iTEP Academic

4.0

4.5

SAT

550 (Total & on Reading & Writing)

550 (Total & on Reading & Writing)

ACT

21 (Total & on Reading & English)

21 (Total & on Reading & English)

International Baccalaureate

5, 6, or 7 on English Literature & Language

5, 6, or 7 on English Literature & Language

Completing CEA/Accredited ESL program

Completing CEA/Accredited ESL program

* For a complete list of options to satisfy your English proficiency requirements, please visit: - Undergraduate English Proficiency: AState.edu/UGEngProf - Graduate English Proficiency: AState.edu/GREngProf 17

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