- Arkansas State University Mid-South is a rapidly-evolving, forward-looking public two-year institution located in West Memphis, Arkansas. An open-door admission policy, service to the citizens of Crittenden County and surrounding areas, and high-quality, affordable education best describe our college and the community mandate we serve.
School Highlights
Arkansas State University Mid-South serves 1,022 students (19% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 38%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 1,022 students
- In-state tuition: $2,688
- Out-state tuition: $3,648
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
- Minority enrollment: 69%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Arkansas State University Mid-South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 75% over five years.
Arkansas State University Mid-South
(AR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Campus Size
90 acres
Total Faculty
39 staff
61 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Arkansas State University Mid-South has declined by 15% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The Arkansas State University Mid-South diversity score of 0.55 is less than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,022 students
1,285 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Full-Time Students
193 students
440 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
829 students
845 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
1,022 students
1,308 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
193 students
440 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
59%
17%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
31%
62%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
1%
1%
Diversity Score
0.55
0.57
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
43%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$25,800
$28,800
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $2,688 is less than the state average of $2,994. The in-state tuition has declined by 16% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,648 is less than the state average of $4,750. The out-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,688
$2,994
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,648
$4,750
Tuition Notes
Based on 24 hours in an academic year.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
92%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Acceptance Rate
100%
97%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Basketball
Colors
Blue and Red
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- The centerpiece of our campus is the Donald W. Reynolds Center for Educational Excellence which houses an ever-expanding Library Media Center, a technologically-intense Dr. Barbara C. Baxter Learning Success Center, a state-of-the-art and award-winning multimedia conference room, food service area and bookstore, as well as a myriad of other student support functions. Work-based Learning with hands-on job training is offered to students enrolled in a technical program and who intend to enter the job market upon graduation. Students, while in their last semester of college, participate in the Work-Based Learning Program to prepare them for a position in their chosen field. Arkansas State University Mid-South offers web-based courses in Campus Cruiser for students who want to take classes but have time restraints preventing them from attending classes on campus. We offer computer, history, English, and criminal justice classes online for our students. Arkansas State University Mid-South is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The Adult Education program offers free GED classes, basic skills classes, and computer literacy classes on site at companies or at the College.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Arkansas State University Mid-South cost?
Arkansas State University Mid-South's tuition is approximately $2,688 for In-State students and $3,648 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Arkansas State University Mid-South?
The acceptance rate of Arkansas State University Mid-South is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 97%.
What sports does Arkansas State University Mid-South offer?
Arkansas State University Mid-South offers 1 interscholastic sports: Basketball.
What is Arkansas State University Mid-South's ranking?
Arkansas State University Mid-South ranks among the top 20% of community college in Arkansas for: Least expensive tuition and Average community college minority breakdown.
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