by our College Data Analytics TeamIs A-State worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
A-State is ranked #1,134 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C (above average for value). Within Arkansas, it ranks #25 of 47 for value.
These A-State majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Communications / Public Relations | #4 of 29 |
| Other Public Relations, Advertising Applied Communication | #4 of 29 |
| Other Radio, Television Digital Communication | #4 of 22 |
| Plant Science, General | #8 of 30 |
| Plant Sciences | #12 of 61 |
| Agriculture | #12 of 61 |
| Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations | #15 of 47 |
| General Health & Wellness | #17 of 83 |
| Health Services | #17 of 83 |
| Public Relations & Advertising | #18 of 191 |
Read the full A-State value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Arkansas State University is ranked #8 out of #50 in Arkansas for quality and #25 out of #47 for Arkansas value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the A-State financial aid page to be sure.
Arkansas State University is ranked #1,134 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Arkansas State University is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at A-State costs about $14,859. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $59,437 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $24,832 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $12,366 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $14,859 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $59,437 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the A-State net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a A-State degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $99,328 | — | — |
| All Students | $59,437 | #1,134 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $49,464 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $99,328 | — | — |
| All Students | $59,437 | #25 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $49,464 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at A-State shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $9,806 |
| $30K–$48K | $11,300 |
| $48K–$75K | $14,092 |
| $75K–$110K | $15,587 |
| Over $110K | $17,431 |
About 80% of A-State undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $9,974 per year. Get more details on the A-State financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the A-State net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.