Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 8.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 8.0%
- Retention Rate
- 21.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $28,418
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,375
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 25.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $269/mo
Outcomes Overview
Graduates face serious financial challenges with median debt of $25,375 against earnings of just $28,418 ten years out. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 89% far exceeds the recommended 40% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $269 consume roughly 11% of typical graduate income, creating substantial burden. Only 25% of borrowers successfully repay their loans. Many graduates enter social services, education, and ministry roles that align with the college's Baptist mission but offer modest compensation. The five-year median earnings of $37,953 show some income growth over time. However, with an 8% graduation rate and challenging post-graduation economics, Arkansas Baptist College represents a weak return on investment for most students.