Arkansas State University's 1,376-acre campus sits atop Crowley's Ridge in Jonesboro, with first-year students housed in halls including Arkansas Hall, University Hall, and Kays Hall, named for the university's first, long-serving principal.
Enrollment
17,926
Total Students
Freshman Class
—
Approx.
Move-In Dates
August 15 - August 15, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
70%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Dates
Students must have a valid A-State ID, either physically or on their phone, to properly check in and receive room keys. Order a parking permit online before arriving if bringing a vehicle - GOJO, Jonesboro's public transit service, offers free rides to all A-State students with a valid ID if you'd rather not.
August 15 - August 15, 2026
Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time.
Move-in day tips
- Arrive during your assigned window - early arrivals often just wait longer.
- Bring a rolling cart or hand truck; loading-zone carts run out fast.
- Parking near freshman halls fills up quickly - have a backup plan or drop-off spot.
- Loading zones usually enforce a strict time limit (often 30 minutes) before you're expected to move your car to long-term parking.
- Activate your student ID online before you arrive - many schools require it for building and elevator access from day one.
- If you want your bed lofted or the frame height adjusted, check whether your school needs that request submitted online in advance - most won't do it on the spot.
- Check your school's specific package-acceptance window before shipping anything ahead - most won't hold early deliveries outside a set date range.
- Unpack essentials first: bedding, toiletries, and chargers, before anything else.
Housing & Dorms
- Photo coming soon
Arkansas Hall
Suite-style · Coed
- Photo coming soon
University Hall
Suite-style · Single-sex
First-year only - Photo coming soon
Kays Hall
Traditional · Coed
Housing Links
Links open Arkansas State University's website - not always the exact page, but a real starting point.
Orientation
New Student Orientation (required)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
June 1 - August 14, 2026
Orientation tips
- Register as early as your class allows - popular session dates fill up first.
- Bring a parent/guardian if separate family programming is offered.
- Check whether placement testing or advising sign-ups happen the same day.
Costs
Room & Board
$10,022
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
Nearby data coming soon.
More Links
Checklists
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A free, printable packing checklist covering everything from bedding to important documents - built for any freshman, including yours at Arkansas State University.
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