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Experience student-centered online learning designed to help you achieve your education and career goals.
Your Program, Your Future, On Your Time
Find the program that’s right for you from one of America’s Best Colleges, according to U.S. News & World Report. Our online degree and certificate programs are delivered in an accelerated online format optimized for working students—with supportive faculty, flexible schedules and multiple start dates each year.
Multiple Starts: Begin Sooner, Finish Faster
Get started on your program right away and take classes when most convenient for you. With our accelerated online format, you can complete your program quickly while you continue working.
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MSE in Educational Leadership Online
Designed to develop leaders in the educational community, this program allows you to specialize in elementary, middle or high school curriculum.
View the ProgramMSMM - Social Media Management Track Online
Explore and apply emerging social media trends as tools in communication strategies.
View the ProgramRN to BSN online
Our experienced faculty prepare you for meeting the challenges of nursing roles within our nation's changing healthcare system.
View the ProgramMBA – Business Analytics Online
As you learn to look at business from a data-driven perspective, you will gain in-demand expertise in data mining, strategic management and predictive decision-making.
View the ProgramWhy Students Choose A-State Online
A-State Online is the most experienced online provider in the state, with more than 10,000 graduates to date. Experience matters!
The A-State Online ExperienceOnline Writing Center
The A-State Online Writing Center is open for all A-State Online students.
Learn MoreArkansas State Military & Family Scholarship
Active military, Reserve and National Guard members, and spouses: Receive up to 50% in tuition savings!
Learn MoreAccreditations & Accolades
A-State is proud to hold regional and national accreditations as well as memberships with several national organizations that support the highest education standards.
Accredited by the HLC
Arkansas State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Information about Arkansas State University’s accreditation status can be found here.
Accredited by ACEN
The associate, baccalaureate, master's/post-master's certificate and Doctor of Nursing Practice nursing programs at Arkansas State University, located in Jonesboro, Arkansas, are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). Contact ACEN by mail at 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30326 or by phone at 404-975-5000.
Accredited by CAEP
The educator preparation programs at Arkansas State University are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation. Contact CAEP at 1140 19th St. NW, Suite 400, Washington D.C. 20036 or by calling 202-223-0077.
Accredited by AACSB International
The Neil Griffin College of Business at Arkansas State University is an accredited member of AACSB International, which represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide.
One of America's Best
#25 for Top Public Schools in the South
U.S. News & World Report, 2018
A-State Is Top-Notch
A-State is ranked #1 in the "Best Online Colleges in Arkansas" by BestColleges, 2022.
Gold Military Friendly
Arkansas State University is designated a Military Friendly® School with Gold distinction by VIQTORY media, 2023-2024.
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– Isaac White, MPA Public Management graduate
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