Undergraduate Tuition & Fees

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From tuition to outcomes, A-State delivers unmatched value.
$5,215
In-state tuition & required fees per semester (15 credit hours) **Additional fees may apply
$29,854
Estimated annual cost for in-state students living on campus
$59,862
Average starting salary for A-State bachelor’s degree graduates

Understanding Tuition & Fees

Your undergraduate tuition at A-State is based on a few key factors, including your residency status, number of enrolled credit hours, and your program of study. In addition to tuition, students pay fees that support campus services, equipment, and learning spaces.

  • Tuition + Fees: Calculated by multiplying the cost per credit hour plus fees by the number of credit hours taken.
  • Course Fees: Some classes have specific fees ranging from $5–$255 per course.
  • Identity Compliance Fee: A $10/credit hour fee is applied to all online courses (excluding High School Concurrent).
  • Distance Ed Technology Fee: A $10/credit hour fee is applied to all online courses (excluding High School Concurrent).
  • Auditing Courses: Tuition and fees are the same whether auditing or taking a course for credit.
  • Waivers: You may be eligible for certain fee waivers. See if you qualify. 

Cost of Attendance

Estimated Costs for 2025–2026 (Fall + Spring):
(Based on 15 credit hours per semester)

Residence Hall Off Campus With Parent
Tuition & Fees $10,430 $10,430 $10,430
Books $1,250 $1,250 $1,250
Room & Board $11,950 $11,160 $2,584
Personal $2,790 $2,790 $2,790
Transportation $3,434 $5,100 $5,100
Total $29,854 $30,730 $22,154
  • Undergraduate Non-Residents: Add $8,310
  • These numbers represent estimated averages and may vary depending on individual choices. Find more detailed information below.

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Undergraduate Cost Breakdown

Find a detailed list of our tuition and fee information, review the tables below.

 

Tuition Per Credit Hour Cost
In-State $323.00
Out-of-State $600.00
 

 

College Support Assessment Fee Per Credit Hour Cost
College of Agriculture $27.00
Neil Griffin College of Business $55.00
College of Engineering & Computer Science $50.00
College of Nursing & Health Professions $27.00
College of Nursing & Health Professions (Nursing only Courses) $46.00
Beck College of Sciences & Mathematics $35.00
Required Hourly Fees Per Credit Hour Cost
Athletic Fee $23.00
Required Term Fees Cost
Student Activity Fee (3 or more hours) $25.00
*The student activity fee is only charged in Fall & Spring terms.  

 

Additional Fees Cost
Application Fee $30.00
Clemency Fee $15.00
FYE / Making Connections Courses (per credit hour) $10.00
Graduation Fee $45.00
High School Concurrent Enrollment (per credit hour) $65.00
Honors Fee (only charged in Fall & Spring) $75.00
Identity Compliance Fee (per credit hour, online courses) $10.00
Replacement Diploma Fee $15.00
Academic Probation & Suspension Fee $50.00
Distance Ed Technology Fee (per credit hour, online courses) $10.00
New Student Orientation Fee $50.00
*The fees listed above are only assessed if applicable.  

 

Off-Campus Degree Centers
Located at ASU-Beebe, ASU-Mountain Home, and ASU Mid-South

Tuition Per Credit Hour Cost
In-State $259.00
Out-of-State $535.00
Required Hourly Fees per Credit Hour Cost
Degree Center Fee $80.00
Degree Center Host Fee $20.00
Total Per Credit Hour: $100.00

 

Tuition Per Credit Hour Cost
US Resident $242.00
International $267.00
Required Hourly Fees Per Credit Hour Cost
A-State Online Fee $40.00
Distance Ed Technology Fee $10.00

 

Second Degree Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tuition Per Credit Hour Cost
US Resident $242.00
International $267.00
Required Hourly Fees Per Credit Hour Cost
A-State Online Fee $40.00
Distance Ed Technology Fee $10.00
Total & Additional Costs Cost
Total Tuition & Fees $19,564.00
The total tuition & fees are based on US resident tuition rates.  
Additional Estimated Costs Cost
Books

$900 first semester,

$50-$500 later semesters
Uniforms (prices vary depending on personal preference) $100 - $200
Annual Malpractice Insurance $55 - $100
Kaplan approx. $400 for 5/7 terms
Examsoft Testing Software $40.00 per semester
AHA BLS CPR Certification $30-$50 biannually
Arkansas State Board of Nursing Application approx. $100.00
Criminal Background Check approx. $50
NCLEX-RN Exam approx. $200.00
Annual Drug Screening $40
Additional Costs
  • Access to a Laptop Computer (Chromebooks are not acceptable)
  • School Pin (optional): $40
  • Annual TB Mask Fitting: $30
  • Watch (with a second hand): $25-$50
  • Stethoscope: $20-$150
  • Bandage Scissors: $10
  • Pen Light: $5
  • Mask / Facial Covering: $10

 

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Tuition Cost Cost for Program
In-State Tuition

$323 per credit hour

(36 credits)

 $11,628
Out-of-State Tuition

$600 per credit hour

(36 credits)

 $21,600
Required Hourly Fees Cost Cost for Program
College Support Assessment Fee

$27 per credit hour

(36 credits)

 $972
Athletic Fee

$23 per credit hour

(36 credits)

 $828
Required Term Fees Cost Cost for Program
Student Activity Fee

$25 per term

(2 terms)

 $50
Additional Fees Cost Cost for Program
Clemency Fee   $15 if needed
Graduation Fee   $45
Application Fee   $30
Additional fees only accessed when applicable.    
Estimated Additional Program Expenses Cost Cost for Program
Application Fee, OTACAS   $25
Online Program Management System, Exxat   $258
Background Check   $100
Books $800 $1,600 
NBCOT Exam   $555 (after graduation)
OTAKE Practice Exam   $25
Scrubs and Name tag   $60
AOTA Student Membership   $78
AROTA Student Membership   $20
SOTA Student Membership   $25
Liability Insurance   $50
BLS Course   $75
CPR Certification   $35
Physical Exam/TB Skin Test   $25
TB Mask Fitting   $20
Composite Class Photo   $20
Lab Supplies Cost Cost for Program
12 inch clear plastic goniometer $7-10 $7-10
6 inch clear plastic goniometer $5-7 $5-7
Cotton gait belt with clasp $8-10 $8-10
60 inch retractable pocket tape measure $6-10 $6-10
Total Program Cost (Cost is based on in-state tuition and does not include housing or meal plans) - $16,562
Vaccinations Policy Cost
MMR Must submit with A-State application. Student should already have these vaccinations prior to entry into the program. Available at the Craighead County Health Department. Call health dept for $
TDAP (Needed every 10 years. May or may not be an expense depending on when student received last vaccination. Available at the Craighead County Health Department.) Call health dept for $
Hepatitis B 3 dose series (Must have prior to entering the program. May not be an expense if the student has already had the series. Available at the Craighead County Health Department.) Call health dept for $

 

Housing Policy Cost Cost for Program
Housing Average: Housing costs are based on an average of available on-campus housing. Students are not required to live on campus but campus housing is available during the program. $3,505 per semester for 3 semesters $10,515

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Meal Plans Policy Cost Cost for Program
Meal Plan Average: Cost is based on an average of all available meal plans. Students in the program are not required to purchase a meal plan but meal plans are available for both on-campus and commuting students $2,264 per semester for 2 semesters $4,528

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Total Program Cost with Housing & Meal Plan Total Cost
Total is based on in-state tuition and average cost for housing and meal plans. This cost will vary based on selected housing and meal plan $31,605

 

Transportation and Fieldwork Education

Students in the program are responsible for living expenses, transportation, and other costs related to fieldwork education experiences. Additional information regarding costs is provided to students as fieldwork experiences are established by the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator.

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