About ASU Mid-South

ASU Mid-South Believes in Making a Difference.

Here is a short story that illustrates the ASU Mid-South commitment to our students’ success.

“A small boy was running up and down the beach, feverishly hurling starfish back into the water before they died. An old man approached him. “Do you honestly think that your work will make any difference?” he asked skeptically. The boy looked at him with sparkling eyes, held up a starfish and said, “It makes a difference to this one!” and threw the starfish back into the sea.”  — Loren Eiseley, author

ASU Mid-South receives numerous compliments for our campus, our grounds, our facilities, our equipment, our technology, and the list goes on and on.

However, the most valuable thing we possess, is our Mid-South culture.

What do we believe? What do we strive to do? And what are we trying to accomplish?

There are a thousand ways to express the ASU Mid-South culture, but we have chosen this starfish story because it relates so closely to what we do. Every time we help someone succeed, sometimes against what may seem like impossible odds, we are giving that person a new lease on life.

We’re going to do whatever it takes to overcome challenges to deliver to our students the kind of results they need to change their life. It’s not just about going through the motions. It’s about doing whatever is required to ensure students can be successful.

At Mid-South, we believe we have a moral obligation to take care of the people who live here. Just as the little boy knew he couldn’t save every starfish washed up on the shore, we know that we can’t save everyone. But every time we help someone towards a brighter future, we have won a major victory for that student. And it doesn’t just stop there. It’s also a win for their family, our community, our nation, and our world.

We are Starfish Throwers!

Originally established as a vocational-technical school, Mid-South Community College became a comprehensive community college in 1992 and began with 139 students in the fall semester of 1993. Today, as Arkansas State University Mid-South, we serve more than 1600 students annually in credit and non-credit training programs.

ASU Mid-South is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission
230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, Illinois 60604-1411
Phone: 800.621.7440 / 312.263.0456  |  Fax: 312.263.7462  |  info@hlcommission.org

For more information about programs offered at ASU Mid-South or how to register, contact the Admissions Office at 870.733.6728 or email admissions@asumidsouth.edu.

Our Programs

Your Career Starts Here.
Choose from one of our great degree programs!

Are you ready for a big step, or do you just need a stepping stone? We offer degree and certificate training programs that can do both. Our programs are meant to help you move your education forward and help prepare you for your next challenge. Whether your goal is to continue your education at a four-year institution or to grow your career opportunities through skills training, we have your answer.  That’s what ASU Mid-South does best.

From certificates that build technical skills and knowledge, to diplomas and degrees designed for post-graduate success, ASU Mid-South offers the hands-on training and education you need to start your career. Check out all of the programs we offer below and read about each area of study.

Not sure what program is right for you?

Our Admissions Specialists can help you discover your personal interests and abilities to find an education plan that matches your unique strengths.

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For more information about ASU Mid-South Programs or how to register, contact:

Admissions Office
870.733.6728
Email: admissions@asumidsouth.edu

Find your path at ASU Mid-South

Advanced Manufacturing & Transportation

Allied Health Sciences

Business / Computer Science / Math

Liberal Arts / Teacher Education

Tuition & Fees

Crittenden County residents per credit hour	$95
Tuition
All other Arkansas county residents per credit hour	$115
Metro Area residents per credit hour — applies to citizens of DeSoto (MS), Fayette (TN), Marshall (MS), Shelby (TN), Tate (MS), Tipton (TN), and Tunica (MS) counties	$115
Out-of-state per credit hour	$155
International students per credit hour	$305

Registration-Related Fees for All Students
Assessment fee	$2 per credit hour
Career Services fee	$2 per credit hour
Campus Safety fee	$5 per credit hour
Student Activities fee	$2 per credit hour
Technology fee	$10 per credit hour
Student Support fee	$5 per semester

Other Fees
Admissions processing for international students	$25
Community patron card (Crittenden County resident)	$10
Community patron card (Non-Crittenden County resident)	$15
COMPASS/ASSET placement testing	$15
Credit by examination/portfolio*	$25
Late Registration (enrollment on or after the date listed in the Academic Calendar)	$100
Official transcripts/documents	$5
Replacement student ID	$10
Returned check charge	$10
Schedule change (drop/add after official enrollment day)	$5
Course Fees Course fee prices are per course and are listed in the last column of the class schedule listings. Fees listed are lab fees, online fees and/or testing fees. Some listings may be combined totals for multiple fees.Tuition Waiver for Arkansas Residents 60 & Over As provided by Act 678 of the Arkansas Legislature, tuition is waived for Arkansas residents age 60 and over who wish to take credit courses. Eligible students must pay any applicable course/lab fees and purchase textbooks. Students will be required to show proof of age.Refund of Tuition Tuition will be refunded on a prorated basis according to the date of official withdrawal and the number of credit hours in which the student is enrolled. Course fees are not refundable unless the student withdraws prior to the first day of class.Payment Options: Contact the Finance Office at 870.733.6714 for information on  tuition payment plans.