Arkansas Tech University

Arkansas Tech University: Academics, Admissions & Tuition Info

Research the degree and certificate programs offered at Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, Arkansas. Learn about its academics, and get admission and financial aid info to decide if this is the right school for you.

About Arkansas Tech University

Arkansas Tech University's primary campus is located in Russellville on a sprawling 533-acre campus. Located between the mountains of the Ozark National Forest and Ouachita National Forest, students enjoy rather spectacular views year-round.

Since it's founding in 1909, Arkansas Tech has continued to evolve into a major institution of higher learning within the region. Today, the university is ranked as one of the top two universities in Arkansas in terms of graduation rates and listed as one of the most affordable among the top five universities within the state, according to the university's website in 2011.

Academics

Arkansas Tech offers around 85 degrees and 16 technical certificates to over 10,400 full-time and part-time students. Programs are offered through seven academic colleges, including the College of Applied Sciences, College of Natural and Health Sciences, College of Arts and Humanities, College of Business, College of Education, Graduate College and College of Professional Studies. The faculty is comprised of over 400 full-time and part-time instructors.

Prospective students have a variety of educational programs available to them at Arkansas Tech. For instance, students can select from majors such as accounting, political science, early childhood education, or journalism, to name a few. The school offers around 37 minors as well to round out the undergraduate degree programs. Pre-professional programs are available in pre-dental, pre-dental hygiene, pre-medical, pre-law, pre-pharmacy, pre-physical therapy and pre-veterinary medicine. Students seeking technical certificates can choose from a variety of studies, such as air conditioning and refrigeration, business technology, and law enforcement.

Arkansas Tech's campus offers a large number of options for student activities. For example, students might enjoy the John E. Tucker Coliseum where various concerts, conventions and sporting events are held year-round. Additionally, the Doc Bryan Student Services Center offers access to student government, publications and a range of recreational activities. The on-campus Arkansas Tech Museum features both archaeology and early history exhibits of western Arkansas.

Admissions

Arkansas Tech University accepts applications for admittance on a rolling-basis throughout the year and there is no application fee. Requirements for admission include submission of official SAT or ACT scores along with the most recent secondary school transcript. The school awards credit for applicable AP and CLEP credits that have been completed by incoming students.

The average GPA of all incoming freshman students in 2011 was 3.15 and the average ACT score was 22.3. The school admitted around 91% of all applicants in 2011. In Fall 2011, the university was comprised of 53% female students and 47% male students.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Tuition costs and associated fees at Arkansas Tech University for undergraduate students who take 15 hours is $2,805 for Arkansas residents and $5,610 for non-residents per semester as of 2011. Additional costs prospective students should factor include books, supplies, housing, and transportation expenses.

Arkansas Tech participates in the Title IV federal financial aid programs. The majority of students, about 93%, attending the university participate in some form of financial aid program. Arkansas Tech offered an estimated $24 million in scholarships during the 2011-2012 school years and offers tuition payment plans as well.

ARKANSAS TECH UNIVERSITY QUICK FACTS
School Type	Public, 4-years and above**
Degrees Offered	Associate's, bachelor's, master's, less than 1 year certificates, post-master's certificates**
Religious Affiliation	None**
Academic Calendar	Semesters*
School Setting	Town, remote**
Student Body	Fall 2011: 9,710 undergraduate students 754 graduate students**
Student Housing	2,700 students live on-campus*
ACADEMICS
Schools and Programs	Seven academic colleges; approximately 85 degree programs and 16 technical certificate programs*
Student-Faculty Ratio	18 to 1*
Most Popular Fields of Study by Degree Level (Number of Recipients)	In 2011: Bachelor's: Education (222) Master's: Education (116)**
Undergraduate Graduation Rates for 2004 cohort	15% in four years 31% in five years 36% in six years**
ADMISSIONS
Admission Rate	91% in 2011**
Entering Class Size	1,744 full-time and 105 part-time students in 2011**
First-Year Retention Rates	About 74% (full-time students) 51% (part-time students)**
Average SAT Score of Admitted Students	925 (Critical Reading & Math) in 2011**
Undergraduate Application Due Date	Rolling admissions in fall, spring, and summer semesters*
Decision Notification Date	No set date*
TUITION & FINANCIAL AID
Tuition	Undergraduate tuition and fees for 2012 are roughly $ 2,805 for Arkansas residents and $ 5,610 for non-residents (tuition based on 15 credits hours; excludes room and board, books, course materials, personal expenses and transportation)*
Financial Aid Sources Available (Percentage of Students Receiving it)	In 2010-2011: Federal grant aid (49%), state/local grant aid (32%), institutional grant aid (50%), loan (46%)**
Percent of Students Receiving Some Form of Aid in 2010-2011	93%**

Sources: *Arkansas Tech University; **IPEDS Data Center, National Center for Education Statistics

School Contact Information

Address: Arkansas Tech University, Office of Admissions & Student Recruitment, 1605 Coliseum Drive, Suite 141, Russellville, AR 78201-2222
Phone: (800) 582-6953
Website: www.atu.edu