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Cheapest Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences Colleges in Arkansas

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

Arkansas offers Family and Consumer Sciences programs at surprisingly low costs, with public options ranging from $11,679 to $17,525 annually. The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff leads affordability at just $9,019 for in-state students, though graduates across all programs earn similar salaries around $26,400. This field connects directly to Arkansas's retail economy, where Walmart's headquarters and major food companies like Tyson Foods create demand for consumer behavior expertise and family service professionals.
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Programs
$11,679 – $20,579
Net Price Range
$26,451
Avg. Program Earnings
54.4%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $11,679 $9,019 39.7% 69.3%
2 $16,775 $10,118 53.3% 91.2%
3 $16,929 $7,885 38.0% 70.7%
4 $17,525 $9,748 70.0% 78.9%
5 $20,579 $24,888 70.9% 45.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff the most affordable option?

UAPB charges just $9,019 for in-state tuition, making it the cheapest Family and Consumer Sciences program in Arkansas. The total net price of $11,679 includes room, board, and fees, representing significant savings compared to other state options.

How do graduation rates compare between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

The most affordable option at UAPB has a 39.7% graduation rate, while the priciest program at Harding University achieves 70.9%. The University of Arkansas in Fayetteville matches Harding's 70% rate despite costing $3,000 less annually.

Do earnings justify the cost differences between these programs?

Graduates earn remarkably similar salaries regardless of where they attend, ranging only from $26,187 to $26,715. This narrow $528 earning gap suggests the most affordable programs provide comparable career outcomes to costlier alternatives.

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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.