Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 53.9%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 55.1%
- Retention Rate
- 77.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $42,617
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $20,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 57.6%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $217/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. | Master | $135,614 | $61,500 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | $68,422 | $65,000 |
| Homeland Security. | Master | $61,516 | |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $59,124 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $58,142 | $21,222 |
| Engineering, General. | Bachelor | $58,131 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $57,318 | $25,501 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Certificate | $56,544 | $22,593 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor | $54,996 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $54,766 | $15,750 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master | $52,107 | $28,050 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $52,107 | $19,736 |
| Public Administration. | Master | $50,022 | $31,713 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $49,752 | $20,500 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Certificate | $48,725 |
Outcomes Overview
Arkansas State graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $20,500, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.49 against their $42,617 median salary after 10 years. Monthly loan payments of $217 consume about 6% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's strong nursing and agriculture programs channel many graduates into healthcare and agricultural sectors that serve rural Arkansas communities. With a 96.9% employment rate and relatively low debt burden, graduates find stable footing in the regional job market. The combination of affordable tuition, practical career preparation, and strong employment outcomes delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking accessible higher education.