Arkansas State University Three Rivers SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
The key takeaway is that ASU Three Rivers is accessible, with a 68.5% acceptance rate, but the 54% freshman retention rate makes readiness matter. Because it is test-optional, submit SAT or ACT scores if they reinforce your grades, and build a first-year plan around advising, course placement, and support from day one.
Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.
Arkansas State University Three Rivers facts and stats
Arkansas State University Three Rivers enrolls about 1,983 undergraduates in a small-town campus setting. ASU Three Rivers has a freshman retention rate of 54%. The student-to-faculty ratio is 13:1.
Malvern, AR

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Key Arkansas State University Three Rivers 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 Three Rivers, take your first SAT or ACT by spring of junior year, then use the summer before senior year and senior fall for retakes and possible superscoring. Because ASU Three Rivers does not offer Early Decision or Early Action, make sure your final fall retake is early enough for scores to arrive by the Regular Decision deadline once you confirm it; the June 1 financial aid priority date should not set your testing timeline.
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What you'll actually pay
ASU Three Rivers lists in-state tuition at $2,616 and out-of-state tuition at $4,170, giving students a clear starting point for estimating costs. To be considered for financial aid on time, submit the FAFSA by the June 1 priority deadline.

At ASU Three Rivers, out-of-state tuition is $4,170, compared with $2,616 for in-state tuition. Room and board is listed at $7,792, so total costs can rise beyond tuition once housing and meals are included. Students should estimate their net price after grants, scholarships, and personal expenses.
Student life at Arkansas State University Three Rivers
Student activities and organization details coming soon.
Campus housing details coming soon.
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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