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Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, Arkansas · Public university · Training programs available:
Address: 2105 East, Aggie Road, Jonesboro, AR 72401 · Phone: (870) 972-2100 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Apr 2025 · Probation · American Physical Therapy Association; Dec 2025 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Arkansas State University is a public trade and career school in Jonesboro, Arkansas offering medical assistant, radiology & sonography, and EMT & paramedic training programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and others.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt at Arkansas State University is $20,500 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,617; completion rate versus the state average of 57.3% is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Arkansas State University; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 38.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $30,840 | $37,760 | $42,900 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $46,810 | $63,640 | $78,480 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $28,370 | $36,230 | $41,670 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Arkansas (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 33 | $49,040 | $44,384 | $13,864 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 30 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 26 | $49,040 | $44,384 | $13,864 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Arkansas State University is a public university in Jonesboro, Arkansas, located in a small city setting. The campus participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), so students can use FAFSA, loans, and Pell Grants where eligible. Beyond its broader degree offerings, the university awards a number of trade-oriented credentials, most notably in medical assistant programs, radiology and sonography programs, and EMT and paramedic training. It holds accreditation from several bodies depending on program area, including the Higher Learning Commission, among others listed for specific health and education programs.
Among the roughly 107 trade program completers, the school's overall completion rate compared with the Arkansas state average of 57.3% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $20,500, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $42,617. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 38.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income students enrolled.
This campus may suit students pursuing short, focused credentials in medical assisting, radiology/sonography, or EMT training, alongside those enrolled in longer academic programs, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Career changers should confirm program length, schedule, and licensing requirements directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcomes data, check the accreditors listed and consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Arkansas State University offers medical assistant programs, radiology and sonography programs, and EMT and paramedic training, among five total trade program families. These programs are part of a larger public university with about 9,110 undergraduates.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited, with several accrediting bodies listed depending on program area, including the Higher Learning Commission and specialized accreditors for nursing, occupational therapy, and radiologic technology, among others. Overall accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants and federal loans where eligible.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate for this campus compared to the Arkansas state average of 57.3% is not reported in federal data. Contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $20,500, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $42,617, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (870) 972-2100 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Arkansas State University is a public institution, which typically means state subsidies help lower tuition costs compared with for-profit schools, though actual cost is not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm program duration and schedule.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review the school's accreditors listed above and check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?106458 for verified federal outcome data.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify schedule flexibility or program pacing, so fit for adult career changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not detailed in the available data; contact the school directly to learn what credentials follow each program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Arkansas State University by phone at (870) 972-2100 or visit its website at https://www.astate.edu/ to learn about applying.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.