Rankings

• National Universities: #352
• Top Public Schools: #191
• Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs: #113
• Nursing: #160
• Top Performers on Social Mobility: #284 Source

Mission And History

• Mission
• History
• Fast Facts

Accreditations

• University: Arkansas State University
• Accrediting Organization: Higher Learning Commission
• Accreditation Granted Date: 1928-01-01
• Most Recent Reaffirmation Date: 2024-07-25
• Next Reaffirmation Due: 2033-01-01

Strategic Goals

• Student Success - Develop a diverse learning community and innovative environment that provides engaged and continuous support for future and current students to pursue lifelong goals
• Teaching and Learning - Actively assess and invest in viable and relevant academic programs designed to meet the needs of our students and their future employers
• Community Engagement - Strengthen the university's engagement with the community through economic and cultural endeavors
• Research and Creative Activities - Invest in academic research, scholarly activities, and creative endeavors (faculty and student) that build on academic strengths and leverage regional opportunities
• Campus Culture & Shared Values - Improve campus culture and promote shared values
• Full Plan

Resources And Documents

• Strategic Plan Goals
• Campus Plan
• Campus Map
• Virtual Tour
• Annual Security And Safety
• Peer Institution

Updated on 03/01/2026