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Arkansas State University, also known as ASU, is located in Jonesboro, Arkansas, United States. This university was established in 1909. Besides Beebe, the university has other campuses, including Heber Springs Campus and Searcy Campus. The oldest among the two year colleges in Arkansas, the university offers its students bachelor’s degree programs, master’s degree programs and upper level courses in a variety of subjects including liberal arts, science, business, and technology.
The campus of Arkansas State University has more than 21 Greek organizations on campus, which includes Delta Zeta, Phi Mu, Sigma Pi, Alpha Gamma Delta and Sigma Chi. The students take part in university sports which include rugby and basketball.
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Campus Location1000 Iowa Street
Beebe, AR 72012-1000
USA
Main Tel: (501) 882-3600
Web Site The campus is in a town not far from a more urbanized area. |
Arkansas State University-Beebe HighlightsWhere Arkansas State University-Beebe stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in medicine, liberal arts, production trades, and medical adminstration.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- Number of dorm rooms for students.
- Large number of students.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Faculty tenure system
- Library on-campus
- Campus housing available
- Student meal (board) plan
- Distance learning available
- Weekend study option
- Part-time classes available
- ROTC
Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Associate | 481 | 15 | | 1-2 year certificate | 283 | 17 | | < 1 year certificate | 243 | 12 |
Arkansas State StudentsThe student enrollment at Arkansas State was 4,311 in 2007-2008 (3,240 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 2,136 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,480 | | Room | $ 1,344 | | Board | $ 1,586 | | Books and supplies | $ 1,000 | | Other | $ 4,428 |
Financial Aid: Arkansas State participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
Housing and MealsArkansas State provides on-campus housing for 140 of its 3,240 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009). Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 15 meals weekly.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2008-2009 in parentheses) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (13 awarded) - Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
- Business/Commerce
- Management Information Systems
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (36 awarded) - Early Childhood Education and Teaching
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (149 awarded) - Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
- Drafting and Design Technology/Technician
- Petroleum Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (18 awarded) - Child Care Provider/Assistant
LIBERAL ARTS (381 awarded) - General Studies
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (77 awarded) - Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
- Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies
- Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
- Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (37 awarded) - Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (23 awarded) - Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
- Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
MEDICINE (55 awarded) - Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (101 awarded) - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (20 awarded) - General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
PRODUCTION TRADES (53 awarded) - Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
- Upholstery/Upholsterer
- Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (44 awarded) - Corrections
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
- Criminal Justice/Police Science
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