Undergraduate Admission Requirements
All international students who wish to apply for undergraduate study at Arkansas State University must meet the academic, English proficiency, and documentation standards under the university's current admission policies. This page will help you understand the core requirements before you begin your application.
The Most Important Requirements
For undergraduate applications, A-State pays particular attention to three main areas: high school academic performance, English proficiency, and the completeness and official status of academic records. If you are a transfer student, the university also has separate GPA requirements based on your previous level of study.
Academic Requirements
Freshman Students
- Must have graduated from high school or its equivalent.
- The minimum required GPA is 2.3/4.0.
- Must submit high school transcripts and academic records with English translations if the original documents are not in English.
Transfer / Transient Students
- If you have previously attended a university or college, the minimum required GPA is 2.0/4.0.
- Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions must be submitted.
- Courses may be considered for transfer credit in accordance with university policy.
English Proficiency Is Required for International Students
All international applicants must demonstrate English proficiency through one of the formats accepted by the university. English test scores are generally required to be valid within 2 years of the application submission date.
Accepted English Proficiency Levels
Common Score Requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 61
- IELTS Academic: 5.5
- Duolingo English Test: 110
- PTE Academic: 43
- iTEP Academic Plus: 3.5
- EIKEN: Grade Pre-1
Other Alternative Options
- Completion of the A-State ESL program at the level required by the university.
- Completion of an accepted ESL program such as CEA or HOFT.
- SAT EBRW: 550
- ACT English + Reading: 21
- IB English A or B HL: 5, 6, or 7
Additional Notes on English Proficiency Requirements
Cases Considered Based on English Academic Performance
- Applicants from India or Pakistan may be considered if they achieve the required English scores in Class X and Class XII.
- Applicants from Kenya may be considered if they achieve the required English scores at the corresponding secondary school level.
Cases with an English-Medium Academic Background
- Some applicants who have graduated from an English-medium education system for a sufficient length of time may be considered eligible in accordance with university policy.
- If your application falls under a special circumstance, we recommend consulting with the Vietnam Office or A-State's international admissions team beforehand.
Academic Documents to Prepare
In addition to meeting GPA and English proficiency requirements, your application should be complete and official to allow for a smoother review process.
For Freshman Students
- High school diploma or equivalent certificate.
- Official high school transcript.
- English translation if the original documents are not in English.
- English proficiency results that meet current requirements.
For Transfer Students
- Official transcripts from the college/university previously attended.
- Academic documents from the prior level of study, when needed to complete the application.
- English translation if the original documents are not in English.
- Proof of English proficiency as required.
Things to Remember Before You Apply
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum GPA required to apply for undergraduate study at A-State?
Which English proficiency certificates does A-State accept?
Can I still apply if I haven't met the English proficiency requirement yet?
What should transfer students keep in mind?
What should I do if my application falls under a special circumstance?
Need Help Checking Your Eligibility?
If you would like us to review whether your application meets A-State's undergraduate admission requirements, please contact the Vietnam Office for support before you begin your application.
This page was translated from Vietnamese and is being reviewed by our admissions team.
Updated August 22, 2026