Arkansas State University - Mountain Home SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
With a 100% acceptance rate, your strategy at ASU-Mountain Home should focus on fit, cost, and the support you need to stay on track. Since the school is test-optional and many students do not submit scores, take the ACT if it helps with placement or personal planning.
Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.
Arkansas State University - Mountain Home facts and stats
Arkansas State University - Mountain Home enrolls about 1,315 undergraduate students in a small-town setting. ASU-Mountain Home has a freshman retention rate of 62%. The student-to-faculty ratio is 12:1.
Mountain Home, AR

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Key Arkansas State University - Mountain Home application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
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Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
June 1
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit scores to test-optional ASU-Mountain Home, take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year. Use the summer before senior year and a fall retake for a possible superscore boost, and choose the latest fall test date whose scores will arrive by ASU-Mountain Home’s regular admission deadline.
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What you'll actually pay
ASU-Mountain Home’s in-state tuition is $2,712, while out-of-state tuition is $4,176. About 79% of students receive aid, and the average merit award is $1,806. Submit the FAFSA by the June 1 priority deadline to be considered for financial aid.

At ASU-Mountain Home, out-of-state tuition is $4,176, while in-state tuition is $2,712. Room and board adds an estimated $14,672, so living arrangements can be a major part of the total cost. About 79% of students receive aid, with an average aid package of $6,856. The average merit award is $1,806, which can help reduce costs for qualifying students.
Student life at Arkansas State University - Mountain Home
Student activities and organization details coming soon.
Campus housing details coming soon.
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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