- Arkansas State University-Beebe is a public, open access, operationally separate institution of the Arkansas State University System. The major purpose of this institution is to provide affordable, comprehensive, and high quality instruction and service programs. University transfer and technical programs are available to students at the associate degree and certificate levels.
School Highlights
Arkansas State University-Beebe serves 3,865 students (40% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 39%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 3,865 students
- In-state tuition: $2,808
- Out-state tuition: $4,518
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 21%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Arkansas State University-Beebe ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
Community Size
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 328 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Arkansas State University-Beebe
(AR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
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
328 staff
165 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Arkansas State University-Beebe has grown by 16% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The Arkansas State University-Beebe diversity score of 0.37 is less than the state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has grown by 15% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,865 students
1,653 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
1,562 students
595 students
# Part-Time Students
2,303 students
1,058 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
386 students
194 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,562 students
595 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
15 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,303 students
1,055 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
38 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
248 students
160 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
6%
11%
% Black
6%
18%
% White
79%
61%
% Hawaiian
2%
1%
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
2%
1%
Diversity Score
0.37
0.58
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
38%
36%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
31%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$37,100
$28,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,808 is less than the state average of $2,994. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,518 is less than the state average of $4,750. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,808
$2,994
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,518
$4,750
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,380
$9,596
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,250
$5,300
Acceptance Rate
n/a
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
- Arkansas State University-Beebe is a regional state university, an operationally separate, two-year institution of the Arkansas State University System. With campuses located in Beebe, Heber Springs, Searcy, and Little Rock Air Force Base, we offer associate degrees, certificates, and non-credit training for business and industry. An open admission policy encourages the enrollment of both traditional and nontraditional students. The institution recognizes the uniqueness of each student and provides support programs designed to assist students in determining and achieving their educational, personal, and occupational goals. The Beebe campus also provides space for ASU-Jonesboro to offer baccalaureate and graduate degrees. The Guidance Services provides many student services on campus including counseling and consultation for personal problems and concerns, career counseling, academic advising of students uncertain of their career choice, academic scholarships and information about transfer schools and their scholarship programs. In addition, counselors coordinate testing and disability services.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Arkansas State University-Beebe cost?
Arkansas State University-Beebe's tuition is approximately $2,808 for In-State students and $4,518 for Out-State students.
What is Arkansas State University-Beebe's ranking?
Arkansas State University-Beebe ranks among the top 20% of community college in Arkansas for: Percent of students receiving financial aid, Largest student body and Least debt for graduating students.
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