- 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 1,829 students (40% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is same as the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 1,829 students
- In-state tuition: $2,520
- Out-state tuition: $3,888
- Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
- Minority enrollment: 98%
- 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
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
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates Colleges
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
162 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Arkansas State University-Newport has declined by 19% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has decreased from 11:1 over five years.
The Arkansas State University-Newport diversity score of 0.44 is less than the state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,829 students
1,217 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
9:1
# Full-Time Students
729 students
481 students
# Part-Time Students
1,100 students
736 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
182 students
564 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
729 students
481 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,100 students
736 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
32 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
160 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
2%
% Asian
14%
17%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
4%
10%
% White
2%
4%
% Hawaiian
73%
64%
% Two or more races
5%
2%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
1%
1%
Diversity Score
0.44
0.55
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.375%
0.3644%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2308%
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 8% 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 7% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,520
$2,994
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,888
$4,750
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,910
$9,750
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,400
$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: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
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 Arkansas State University-Newport's ranking?
Arkansas State University-Newport ranks among the top 20% of community college in Arkansas for: Least debt for graduating students.
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