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Arkansas State University vs University of Arkansas-Fort Smith

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

Arkansas State University University of Arkansas-Fort Smith
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 82% 80%
SAT range (mid 50%) 970-1,190 n/a
ACT range (mid 50%) 18-24 18-23
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $12,366 $10,574
Sticker cost of attendance $25,082 $19,048
Graduation rate 55% 38%
Retention rate 78% 70%
Undergraduates 9,110 4,091
Student-faculty ratio 17:1 18:1
Setting Jonesboro, AR Fort Smith, AR
Type Public Public

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the cycle.

Common questions

Is Arkansas State University or University of Arkansas-Fort Smith harder to get into?

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith is more selective, with a 80% acceptance rate versus 82% at Arkansas State University. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.

Which is cheaper, Arkansas State University or University of Arkansas-Fort Smith?

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith has the lower average net price ($10,574 versus $12,366). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.