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Arkansas Tech University

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale Town: Remote
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Medium
Dormitory capacity 2,100
Student to faculty ratio 18 to 1
Acceptance rate 94%
Students retention rate 63%
On-time graduation rate 46%

Located in Russellville, Arkansas, ATU is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 94% indicates that ATU is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Arkansas Tech University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The student-to-faculty ratio at ATU is 18-to-1, which is slightly higher than both the state and national averages. The state average student-to-faculty ratio in Arkansas is 16-to-1, while the national average is 17-to-1. A lower student-to-faculty ratio generally allows for more personalized attention and interaction between students and faculty.

While the on-time graduation rate at ATU is reported to be 46%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, Arkansas state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 44% whereas the national average was 49%.

The retention rate of students at ATU is 63% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Arkansas is 68%, while the national average is 72%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at ATU do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

94.4%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$7,900

Cost of attendance at Arkansas Tech University in 2022 for students from Arkansas.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Arkansas's average $7,808
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$13,636

Cost of attendance at Arkansas Tech University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Arkansas's average $14,444
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 94 of freshman students at Arkansas Tech University received on average $8,425 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$8,425
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 804 48% $4,719 $3,794,391
Other Federal Grant 1,216 73% $4,304 $5,233,236
State Grant/Scholarships 993 59% $1,445 $1,434,904
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 1,265 76% $5,159 $6,525,991
Total Grant & Scholarships 1,566 94% $8,425 $13,194,131

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Arkansas Tech University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Arkansas Tech University students is 45.8%. Female students graduated at a rate of 46.1%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 45.4%.

45.8%

  • asian 56.0% 14 students
  • African American 18.4% 44 students
  • white 50.4% 719 students
  • hispanic 47.5% 57 students
  • International Students 57.1% 24 students
  • Mixed Race 32.8% 22 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football Great American Conference
  • Baseball Great American Conference
  • Basketball Great American Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Great American Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Arkansas Tech University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Arkansas Tech University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational
  • Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training