An associate degree in accounting from A-State does more than teach numbers. It equips you to tackle real business issues with data, technology, and insight. This degree opens doors to many other business programs or lets you start an accounting career right away.
Freshmen applicants who meet one of the following criteria will receive automatic admission to Arkansas State. While you have to meet minimum criteria, test scores are still required:3.00 cumulative high school grade point average (or GED test score equivalent)19 minimum ACT super score or minimum 990 combined SAT super scoreClass rank in the top 20% of applicant's graduating classA holistic application review processAdmitted freshmen who require remediation (based on entrance exam scores) or who have less than a 3.00 cumulative high school GPA will be required to participate in the Transition Studies leadership based support program throughout their enrollment at Arkansas State University. Freshmen applicants who do not meet automatic admission standards may be admitted to the university upon approval of the Undergraduate Admissions Appeal Committee. Freshmen approved by the Undergraduate Admissions Appeal Committee will participate in the Transition Studies leadership-based support program. In addition to an official high school transcript and official entrance exam scores, submit to the committee:Two letters of recommendationStatement of purpose answering the following prompts:Why is A-State a good fit for you and your educational goalsWhat are your academic and personal strengths and how do you plan to grow as a student at A-StateWhat experiences outside of the classroom impact or had an impact on your academic performance.Documents must be submitted at least two weeks before the start of classes for the semester.