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Cheapest Business/Commerce Colleges in Arkansas

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Arkansas Northeastern College offers the state's most affordable business education at just $5,144 net cost, though its 20.70% graduation rate reflects the challenges many community college students face. The $16,000 price gap between the cheapest and most expensive options highlights how institutional type drives costs in Arkansas business programs. With Walmart, Tyson Foods, and other major corporations headquartered in the state, these programs prepare students for Arkansas's retail and logistics economy where business graduates earn between $34,420 and $42,402 annually.
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Programs
$5,144 – $21,144
Net Price Range
$37,929
Avg. Program Earnings
49.2%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Business/Commerce, General Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $5,144 $2,570 20.7%
2 $15,944 $9,820 46.5% 63.6%
3 $16,775 $10,118 53.3% 91.2%
4 $16,929 $7,885 38.0% 70.7%
5 $17,525 $9,748 70.0% 78.9%
6 $21,144 $30,832 66.8% 56.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the dramatic cost difference between Arkansas business programs?

Arkansas Northeastern College charges just $5,144 net cost while John Brown University costs $21,144, creating a $16,000 gap. Public institutions dominate the affordable options, with four of the six cheapest programs offered by state schools that benefit from taxpayer funding.

How do graduation rates vary among Arkansas's cheapest business programs?

Graduation rates range from 20.70% at Arkansas Northeastern College to 70% at University of Arkansas. The two-year community college model at Arkansas Northeastern serves different student needs than traditional four-year programs, explaining the lower completion rate.

Is the University of Arkansas worth the extra cost for business students?

At $17,525 net cost, University of Arkansas delivers the highest graduation rate at 70% among affordable options. Students graduate with $20,262 in debt, which aligns with the middle range for these programs despite the university's flagship status.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.