Arkansas Tech University
About Arkansas Tech University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Arkansas Tech University sits in Russellville, in the Arkansas River valley between Little Rock and Fort Smith. Business, teacher education, nursing and psychology are its largest programs, and it began in 1909 as an agricultural school.
Founded
1909
Location
Russellville, Arkansas
Students
5,989
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
95.9%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
48.6%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$8,674
Out-of-state: $14,668
Avg Net Price
$12,970
After financial aid
SAT Average
1049
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$41,766
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Required
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Arkansas Tech University accepts the majority of applicants at 95.9%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1049/ 1600
ACT Scores
20/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
48.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
74.1%
4-Year Grad
29%
6-Year Grad
43%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
99.4%
$/Student
$6.5K
Class Size
Medium
The 29% graduation rate is below average, but 74.1% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$8,674
In-State
$14,668
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,338
Books & Supplies
$1,250
Total Cost of Attendance
$22,808
After Financial Aid
$12,970
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,426
Receive Grants
33.9%
Take Loans
26.4%
The full cost of attendance is about $22,808/yr for in-state students, including $10,338 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $12,970. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $14,668.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Arkansas Tech University fund their education.
While in School
33.9%
Get Grants
Free money
26.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$32,169
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$21,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$223/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 26.4% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $21,000. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Arkansas Tech University.
Gender
58.3%
Female
42%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,388
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
601
Graduates
45.7%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
13.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 58% of the student body. 45.7% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
5,388
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Arkansas Tech University fields 8 varsity teams with 330 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Great American
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
330
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
67% / 33%
220
Men
110
Women
4
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Arkansas Tech Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,766
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$40K
110 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
$41K
99 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$69K
80 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$27K
70 grads
1yr Earnings
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
$38K
68 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$37K
56 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $38K six years out, growing to $42K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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