Welcome to Arkansas State University!

Students sitting in front of the Student Union

New Student Orientation

Your Path to the Pack

The goal of New Student Orientation is to offer students and families the best transition experience to A-State. Every student will receive valuable information about campus life and academics at A-State. New Student Orientation is required for all incoming first-year students.

Families and Guests

New Student Orientation helps your student successfully join the A-State community. We know parent and families play a critical role in the success of our students. New Student Orientation is an informative and engaging day for parents and families to learn more about campus resources and ways to best support your student while at A-State. Whether this is your first college student or fifth, we invite you to participate in New Student Orientation to become familiar with support services available to you and your student. 

What to Expect at New Student Orientation:

  • Learn how to support your student’s academic and personal development.
  • Receive information on a variety of services and ways students can get involved on campus.
  • Meet current students, staff and administrators.
  • Discover how to become involved as an A-State Parent.

Need Additional Assistance?

  • Registering for a New Student Orientation Session?
    Contact NewStudent@AState.edu or 870-972-2055.
  • Questions regarding what to expect at New Student Orientation?
    Contact the Leadership Center at 870-972-2055.
Have a Question?

For more information about Arkansas State, how to schedule a campus visit, how to apply or to check your application status, contact:

Office of Admissions
Admissions@AState.edu
Phone: 870-972-2782

Suite 2099 Student Union

Postal Address:
PO Box 1800
State University, AR  72467

Shipping Address:

105 North Caraway. Rd. #1800

State University, AR 72467