Arkansas Tech University (ATU)
- Administration Bldg 200; 1509 N Boulder Ave
- Russellville, AR 72801
- OPEID College Code: 00108900
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- General Phone: (479) 968-0389
- President: Robert C Brown
- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Master's Degree
- Local Area: Remote Town
- Student Enrollment: 7,476
- College Alias: ATU, Tech
- College Mascot: Wonder Boys
Note: Men's Team - College Mascot: Golden Suns
Note: Women's Team 
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- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered State Approved for Certification
- ROTC Army
- Website
- www.atu.edu
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - ATU Library Profile
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Masters Colleges and Universities (Medium Programs)
- Undergraduate Classification Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Postbaccalaureate with Arts & Sciences (Education Dominant)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Lower Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Very High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Medium Four-Year, Primarily Residential
- Admission Links
- Admissions: admissions.atu.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2008
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 1,359 | 1,598 | 2,957 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 1,232 (91%) | 1,499 (94%) | 2,731 (92%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 731 (59%) | 814 (54%) | 1,545 (57%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2008
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 9 | 1% |
| ACT ® Exam | 1,294 | 84% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2008
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 420 | 480 |
| SAT ® Math | 450 | 530 |
| SAT ® Writing | - | - |
| ACT ® Composite | 19 | 26 |
| ACT ® English | 19 | 27 |
| ACT ® Math | 19 | 25 |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: ATU Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 61%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 39% | 38% | 24% | 52% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,404 | $2,827 | $2,538 | $4,944 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2007 | 2006 | 2005 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 9.3% | 8.9% | 6.9% |
| Number in Default | 139 | 149 | 101 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,491 | 1,662 | 1,455 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2008-09 | 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $4,410 | $4,154 | $3,962 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $4,410 | $4,154 | $3,962 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $8,274 | $7,826 | $7,538 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,350 | $1,320 | $1,290 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $4,970 | $4,720 | $4,422 |
| Other Expenses | $2,440 | $2,390 | $2,350 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,960 | $10,710 | $10,500 |
| Other Expenses | $2,440 | $2,390 | $2,350 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,440 | $2,390 | $2,350 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $13,170 | $12,584 | $12,024 |
| In-State | $13,170 | $12,584 | $12,024 |
| Out of State | $17,034 | $16,256 | $15,600 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $19,160 | $18,574 | $18,102 |
| In-State | $19,160 | $18,574 | $18,102 |
| Out of State | $23,024 | $22,246 | $21,678 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $8,200 | $7,864 | $7,602 |
| In-State | $8,200 | $7,864 | $7,602 |
| Out of State | $12,064 | $11,536 | $11,178 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 7,476 Undergraduate: 6,893 Graduate: 583
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 3,438 Female: 4,038
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 3,240 Female: 3,653
- Graduate Gender Male: 198 Female: 385
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 5,886 Part-Time: 1,590
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 5,714 Part-Time: 1,179
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 172 Part-Time: 411
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 306 | 4% |
| American Indian | 127 | 2% |
| Black | 415 | 6% |
| Asian | 101 | 1% |
| Hispanic | 206 | 3% |
| White | 6,321 | 85% |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 551 | 7% |
| Ages 18-19 | 2,281 | 31% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,712 | 23% |
| Ages 22-24 | 1,063 | 14% |
| Ages 25-29 | 647 | 9% |
| Ages 30-34 | 443 | 6% |
| Ages 35-39 | 292 | 4% |
| Ages 40-49 | 359 | 5% |
| Ages 50-65 | 116 | 2% |
| Age Over 65 | 12 | 0.2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 871 | 733 | 138 |
| Faculty Status | 428 | 298 | 130 |
| Tenured Faculty | 146 | 146 | - |
| Graduate Assistants | 74 | - | 74 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 428 | 298 | 130 |
| Primarily Instruction | 418 | 288 | 130 |
| Primarily Research | 6 | 6 | - |
| Primarily Public Service | 2 | 2 | - |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 67 | 67 | - |
| Other Professionals | 113 | 110 | 3 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 263 | 258 | 5 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 111 | 108 | 3 |
| Skilled Crafts | 34 | 34 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 70 | 70 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $51,144 (260) | $52,850 (137) | $49,243 (123) |
| Professor | $64,888 (36) | $65,903 (25) | $62,583 (11) |
| Associate Professor | $57,795 (65) | $58,977 (36) | $56,328 (29) |
| Assistant Professor | $48,593 (105) | $47,883 (54) | $49,344 (51) |
| Instructor | $37,461 (26) | $39,043 (8) | $36,758 (18) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $77,958 (30) | $85,007 (16) | $69,903 (14) |
| Professor | $97,828 (14) | $104,093 (9) | $86,552 (5) |
| Associate Professor | $90,320 (5) | $87,952 (2) | $91,898 (3) |
| Assistant Professor | $68,309 (3) | $66,300 (2) | $72,327 (1) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $52,451 (290) | $54,597 (153) | $50,055 (137) |
| Professor | $69,132 (50) | $71,003 (34) | $65,156 (16) |
| Associate Professor | $58,946 (70) | $59,661 (38) | $58,096 (32) |
| Assistant Professor | $48,796 (108) | $48,110 (56) | $49,533 (52) |
| Instructor | $37,461 (26) | $39,043 (8) | $36,758 (18) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $1,001,365 | $629,024 | $372,341 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 63% | 37% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 282 | 197 | 85 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 282 | 197 | 85 |
| Baseball | 41 | 41 | - |
| Basketball | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Football | 129 | 129 | - |
| Golf | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Softball | 24 | - | 24 |
| Tennis | 8 | - | 8 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 11 | - | 11 |
| Volleyball | 18 | - | 18 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $32,700 | $26,542 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $28,178 | $22,429 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Baseball | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Basketball | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Football | 7 | 7 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 6 | - |
| Golf | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Softball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Tennis | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 66%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 71%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 39% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 34% |
| Female | 44% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 55% |
| American Indian | 33% |
| Black | 17% |
| Asian | 36% |
| Hispanic | 53% |
| White | 40% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 20% |
| 5 Years | 34% |
| 6 Years | 38% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | 7 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | - | 1 |
| Drug Related | 7 | 1 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | 1 |
| Burglary | 12 | 13 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 12 | 13 |
| Vehicle Theft | 2 | - |
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