by our College Data Analytics TeamHere are the current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at Arkansas Tech University, together with how they compare nationally and their recent trend.
In the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Arkansas Tech University stood at $8,674 a year. For students from out of state the figure was $14,668. In-state residents pay notably less as a result.
Of that total, required fees came to $2,679 in-state and $2,679 out-of-state; the remainder is straight tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,995 | $11,989 |
| Fees | $2,679 | $2,679 |
| Total | $8,674 | $14,668 |
The figures above are for a single year of attendance and do not cover room and board.
Remember that a lot of students receive financial aid and scholarships that reduce the amount they actually pay. The totals here are the list price.
What does Arkansas Tech University charge if you go part time? Check the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
For perspective, here is how Arkansas Tech University prices compare to peer schools. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In AR | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Average | Expensive |
Compared to colleges across the country, Arkansas Tech University is fairly typical on price.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. Visit the Arkansas Tech University Financial Aid page for details.
Take a look at how tuition at Arkansas Tech University has tracked across the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $5,736 | $11,472 |
| Two Years Ago | $5,820 | $11,640 |
| One Year Ago | $5,995 | $11,989 |
| Most Recent Year | $5,995 | $11,989 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at ATU has trended over the reported years.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Browse answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for the full rundown.
On average, in-state tuition and fees climbed each year by about 3.18%, putting next year’s in-state cost near $8,949. Out-of-state tuition and fees grew on average by 2.47%, so next year out-of-state students could pay around $15,030.
At the same pace, the next five years of tuition and fees would project as follows:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $8,949 | $15,030 |
| In 2 Years | $9,233 | $15,401 |
| In 3 Years | $9,526 | $15,781 |
| In 4 Years | $9,828 | $16,170 |
| In 5 Years | $10,140 | $16,569 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — four years of out-of-state cost at this pace comes to around $62,382, versus roughly $37,536 for in-state students.
Tuition is just the starting figure — grant aid and scholarships often reduce the actual price families pay.
For a closer look at aid at Arkansas Tech University, head to the Arkansas Tech University Financial Aid page.
