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Arkansas State University Ranked #1 Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Program in Arkansas for 2026
Arkansas State University has been ranked #1 Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner program in Arkansas for 2026 by NursePractitionerOnline.com, affirming the quality of A-State's advanced nursing education.

A-State News
A-State Honored for Student Success for the 8th Consecutive Year
Arkansas State University (A-State) continues to affirm its educational quality and student-centered commitment by being recognized for Student Success for the 8th consecutive year. This is clear evidence of the university's sustained efforts … Read more

Admissions & Scholarships
Comparing Arkansas State University (A-State) with Other US Schools: Why A-State Is a Worthwhile Choice for Vietnamese Students
Studying in the US is an important and costly decision, so students and parents often want to compare multiple universities before choosing where to study. The most common criteria usually include: When you put Arkansas State University (A-State) on the scale against … Read more

A-State News
Honoring Chancellor Todd Shields, Named to Arkansas' Top 100 Professionals for 2025
Arkansas State University (A-State) is proud to announce that Chancellor Todd Shields has been recognized by the respected magazine Arkansas Money & Politics in its 2025 Top 100 Professionals list. This is well-deserved recognition for his contributions … Read more

Study in the USA
Study in the USA at Arkansas State University (A-State): Quality, Affordable Cost & Future Opportunities
Discover why thousands of international students choose Arkansas State University (A-State). Outstanding academic quality, affordable cost, a safe environment, and abundant career opportunities.

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Carnegie Classification Reaffirms A-State's R2 Research Status – Confirming a Leading Position in US Higher Education
The Carnegie Classification system has reaffirmed A-State's status as an R2 research institution, a clear testament to the university's strong commitment to high-quality research and advanced workforce training. This news marks an important milestone in the journey … Read more

A-State News
Chancellor Todd Shields Named a 2025 Influencer
Congratulations to Chancellor Todd Shields, who has been honored on Arkansas Money & Politics' 2025 Influencers of the Year list. This list includes “those who inspire everyone to reach higher, achieve more, and improve things in their local community” … Read more

Student Life
Arkansas State University's Academic Support Services Earn Certification
In today's modern education landscape, providing high-quality academic support services has become a key factor in determining student success. Recently, Arkansas State University (A-State) announced that its Writing Center, SMART Center, and Learning Support Services have received three certifications from the College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA). … Read more

Programs
A-State Nursing Students Achieve 100% Pass Rate
JONESBORO – Nursing graduates from Arkansas State University (A-State) have even more reason to celebrate after completing their comprehensive nursing examination. Students earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree through the accelerated and traditional programs achieved … Read more

Programs
A-State's Upcoming College of Veterinary Medicine on the Path to Accreditation
JONESBORO – Forward-looking work on the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at Arkansas State University (A-State) is progressing well. Earlier this month, the Council on Education (COE) of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) visited

A-State News
Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Reaffirms A-State's Accreditation for Next 10 Years
JONESBORO – The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), Arkansas State University's institutional accrediting body, has notified Chancellor Todd Shields of its decision to accept the accreditation team's report on A-State, thereby reaffirming the institution's accreditation. The HLC team … Read more

Student Life
Honoring American Veterans for Their Patriotism
On Veterans Day, we honor American veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve for the common good. This week, A-State was once again recognized by Military Times on its annual Best for Vets list, the largest and most comprehensive annual ranking of schools for service members and veterans. … Read more
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