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Overview
Arkansas Tech University is a public institution based in the Arkansas River Valley. ATU also operates a satellite campus in the Ozarks that offers two-year associate degrees and certifications. Admissions to ATU are selective. A majority of students choose to major in liberal arts and humanities, medical secretarial work, or automotive mechanic training.
Acceptance Rate:
94%
Average Net Price:
$10,772
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.4
Average ACT Composite
22
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $8,508 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $14,502 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $9,852 |
| Books and Supplies | $1240 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
60%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
34%
Average Aid Per Year
$8,440
34%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,865
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$4,358
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
56%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$1858
64%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,865
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$16,015,503
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$30,400,583
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
44%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,707
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$195
Students receiving federal loans
44%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,958
Average Other Loans Per Year
$8,774
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
5762
Students Applied
85%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
283
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Applications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
92%
Submitting ACT
1%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 22
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.4
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
9,445
Total Number of Undergrads
8,722
0
100
27%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
41%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
18:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
101
Faculty Overview
0
100
46%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
36
Countries Represented
43
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
46%
Student Organizations
153
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
No
Housing
0
100
28%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
31%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Wonder Boys/Golden Suns
School Colors
green and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Great American Conference
Total Male Athletes
226
Total Female Athletes
90
Intramural Sports
14
Sports Club
1
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Arkansas Tech University Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
No
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$38,600
Top 5 Cities
Little Rock
Fort Smith
Fayetteville
Dallas
Springfield
Top 5 Employers
Arkansas Tech University
Walmart
Tyson Foods
Entergy
Fort Smith Public Schools
Top 5 Sectors
Education
Operations
Business Development
Sales
Engineering
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,000
Loan Default Rate
14%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$195
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingEven though I've only been a student here for a few weeks, I'm already very impressed with the classwork and the professors in general!
Jacqueline from Alma, AR
Arkansas Tech University has the ideal campus, not too big, not too small. The staff is efficient and friendly. I love ATU!
Tyler
I love Arkansas Tech University, they really take pride in their students. Here you are not just another number the professors actually get to know you and are willing to help. I have made many friends at Arkansas Tech University.
Kaylie from Altus, AR
Arkansas Tech is a beautiful place to be. I am constantly surrounded by amazing students and teacher. I am completely satisfied with my choice and I am excited to continue my journey at ATU.
Surani from Dover, AR
Arkansas Tech is a beautiful campus. The building are unique and impressive. It is also very easy to unite communities.
George Clark
An excellent school for undergraduate and graduate levels. The faculty becomes akin to family by the end of your degree program. The classes are fun and interesting.
Morgan from Russellville, AR
Arkansas Tech University in my book rates about 7 out of 10. The campus and people are great and classes are small, the teachers really get to know their students. However, the accessibility features are outdated and need improving.
Christina from Russellville, AR
Every teacher I have come across knows what their plan for teaching. As long as the student receives the information, they should learn more than they ever expected to.
Hanna from Dover, AR
I absolutely love Arkansas Tech University. It is a wonderful school and I am thrilled that I chose this college. It has a great environment and a wonderful staff.
Heather from Clinton, AR
This is an excellent, beautiful university. Great professor/student ratio, and a staff that actually cares about their students. I would highly recommend this university to anyone.
Ryan from Vilonia, AR
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