Partner resources
Materials and numbers for counselling A-State accurately
Everything here uses 2026–27 figures verified on astate.edu. Downloads are refreshed each semester; the checklist, deadlines and ELA summary below are always the latest version.
Downloads
Application checklist and minimum scores
Undergraduate (Bachelor’s)
- Minimum GPA 2.3 (4.0 scale) — three years of high-school transcripts, diploma or provisional graduation certificate
- English: TOEFL iBT 61 · IELTS 5.5 · Duolingo 110 · SAT EBRW 550 · ACT English 21 — or conditional admission via ELA
- Valid passport (scan of the information page)
- Financial documents: bank statement/balance confirmation covering first-year costs (exact amount per I-20 — confirm with the office)
- Application fee $50; international deposit $350 after the admission letter
- Health screening/immunisation on the university form ($280 on campus if done in the US)
Graduate (Master’s / PhD)
- Minimum GPA 2.75 (4.0 scale) — transcripts and bachelor’s degree with certified translation
- English: TOEFL iBT 79 · IELTS 6.0 · Duolingo 120 — or ELA
- Recommendation letters, statement of purpose, CV as required by the program; GRE/GMAT only for some programs
- Graduate Assistantship application (optional) submitted with the file — 20 h/week, out-of-state tuition waived
- Passport, financial documents, application fee $50
Minimum scores are thresholds for review, not a guarantee of admission. Some programs (Nursing, Engineering, MBA) have higher program-specific requirements — check the college page or ask the office.
Source: A-State International Admissions · Updated 08/2026
Application deadlines
| Intake | International deadline | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 (August) | 1 June 2026 | Main intake, all programs and scholarships; halls open 15 August 2026 |
| Spring 2027 (January) | 1 November 2026 | Suits early graduates or transfer students |
| Summer 2027 (May/June) | 2 March 2027 | Mainly ELA and selected programs; check before counselling |
Submit 4–6 weeks before the deadline to allow time for the admission letter, I-20 and visa interview. Deadlines can change — check the Deadlines page.
ELA one-pager — counselling summary
English Learning Academy
- English Learning Academy: six levels, 11:1 class ratio, CEA-accredited through December 2027
- Conditional admission: no TOEFL/IELTS needed at application; placement by entry test
- Completing the top level = direct entry to the undergraduate/graduate program, no retest
- One ELA semester ≈ $6,522 (tuition $4,400 + fees $575 + insurance/other $1,547)
- ELA students live in residence halls and use the library, gym and all facilities like degree students
- Program contact: ELA@AState.edu
Key figures for counselling (2026–27)
| Item | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| International undergraduate tuition | $649 / credit (incl. $23 athletic fee) + college fee $27–55 | astate.edu |
| International graduate tuition | $777 / credit | astate.edu |
| UG total cost, 12 credits/semester | ≈ $29,646 / year (incl. room & board $12,220 + insurance $1,100) | astate.edu |
| Graduate total cost, 9 credits/semester | ≈ $28,976 / year | astate.edu |
| International scholarship | $3,000 / year (GPA 3.25; transfer: 3.25 + 24 credits); ACT/SAT tiers $1,000–4,000 | astate.edu |
| Housing | Double $2,730/sem · single $3,450 · Pack Place $3,755; meal plan $2,020–2,660 | Residence Life |
| Health insurance | $570–650 / semester, mandatory | astate.edu |
| Scale | 17,926 students (Fall 2025); 1,200+ international / 70+ countries; 150+ programs; 9 colleges | astate.edu |
| Rankings | US News 2026 #352 National · #191 Top Public; Carnegie R2 | usnews.com |
Source: A-State International Admissions — Cost · A-State Residence Life — Rates · US News — Arkansas State University · Updated 08/2026
Frequently asked questions
Can we use the A-State logo on materials?
Materials in this library provided by the office are approved to carry the university’s identity. Partners should not create A-State-branded materials without sending them to the office for approval.
How often are figures updated?
Tuition and housing are updated each academic year (usually April–May); deadlines and scholarships each semester. The update date appears under each table.
Can we use the campus photos on this website?
Yes, for A-State counselling materials. High-resolution sets are in the downloads or on the portal.
Are materials available in English?
Most materials are bilingual Vietnamese–English; switch the site language to see the English version of this page.
Cannot find what you need?
Send a support request — the office emails materials within 1 working day, or download the latest on the Agency Portal.