- Arkansas State University Newport is a great place to start one’s higher education whether it is for job training, professional certification, general education requirements, or an Associates degree. Arkansas State University Newport's mission is to provide an affordable, quality education. ASUN is an institution where students come first, learning is a reality, goals are obtained and dreams are fulfilled. ASU-Newport is a great place to start if your goal is to obtain a General Equivalency Diploma, an Associate Degree, professional development, personal development or to transfer to another institution. We value partnerships in developing relevant educational programs and in providing learning opportunities and seamless educational services to the community we serve.
School Highlights
Arkansas State University-Newport serves 4,141 students (26% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 39%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 4,141 students
- In-state tuition: $2,520
- Out-state tuition: $3,888
- Acceptance Rate: 84%
- Student:teacher ratio: 20:1
- Minority enrollment: 30%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Arkansas State University-Newport ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Completion Rates
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 204 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Arkansas State University-Newport
(AR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
204 staff
165 staff
Student Body
The student population of Arkansas State University-Newport has grown by 82% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Arkansas State University-Newport diversity score of 0.48 is less than the state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has grown by 9% over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,141 students
1,653 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
1,064 students
595 students
# Part-Time Students
3,077 students
1,058 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
414 students
194 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,064 students
595 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
15 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,077 students
1,055 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
38 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
160 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
2%
2%
% Hispanic
5%
11%
% Black
16%
18%
% White
70%
61%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
3%
1%
Diversity Score
0.48
0.58
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
47%
36%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
31%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,600
$28,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,520 is less than the state average of $2,994. The in-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,888 is less than the state average of $4,750. The out-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,520
$2,994
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,888
$4,750
Tuition Notes
$115 per credit hour (In-State), $175 (Out-of-State), additional fees vary
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,910
$9,596
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,400
$5,300
Acceptance Rate
84%
100%
SAT Reading
n/a
540
SAT Math
n/a
520
SAT Writing
n/a
515
ACT Composite
n/a
22
ACT English
n/a
22
ACT Math
n/a
21
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ace The Aviator
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Sam Walton - Founder of Walmart, one of the largest retail chains in the world. -
- Johnny M. Moore - First African American Chancellor of ASU-Newport. -
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Arkansas State University-Newport cost?
Arkansas State University-Newport's tuition is approximately $2,520 for In-State students and $3,888 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Arkansas State University-Newport?
The acceptance rate of Arkansas State University-Newport is 84%, which is lower than the state average of 100%.
Who are famous alumni from Arkansas State University-Newport?
Arkansas State University-Newport famous alumni include: Sam Walton - Founder of Walmart, one of the largest retail chains in the world. and Johnny M. Moore - First African American Chancellor of ASU-Newport..
What is Arkansas State University-Newport's ranking?
Arkansas State University-Newport ranks among the top 20% of community college in Arkansas for: Largest student body, Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.
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