Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 42.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $41,524
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $8,002
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 48.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $85/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $52,733 | $11,102 |
| Ground Transportation. | Certificate | $50,000 | |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Certificate | $40,593 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $32,843 | $8,750 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $32,162 | $6,306 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $19,045 | $6,250 |
Outcomes Overview
Arkansas State-Newport graduates earn a median of $41,524 ten years after completing their programs. The typical graduate carries $8,002 in debt, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of just 19%. Monthly loan payments of $85 represent only 2.5% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The school's 92% employment rate reflects strong job placement in healthcare, manufacturing, and technical fields that dominate northeast Arkansas's economy. Many graduates work as medical assistants, welders, and automotive technicians in nearby Batesville and Jonesboro. With low debt loads and solid earning potential in high-demand local industries, Arkansas State-Newport delivers a strong return on investment for career-focused students.