Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $6,246
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $6,246
- Average Net Price
- $12,993
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 82.6%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $9,744
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $9,744
- Books & Supplies
- $650
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $16,640
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $29,500
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $313/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 24.7%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 65.1%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 82.6%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $12,940 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $13,585 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $14,043 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most Shorter College families pay around $13,000 annually after aid, with costs varying only slightly by income level. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay $12,940, while those from $48,000-$75,000 households pay $14,043. Over two years, total costs range from $25,880 to $28,086.
The 6.7% graduation rate creates a debt burden that doesn't match earnings potential. Graduates carry a median debt of $29,500, translating to $313 monthly payments. With median first-year earnings of just $16,502, loan payments consume nearly 23% of gross income. Only 25% of borrowers successfully repay their loans. Students earning $26,241 five years after enrollment still struggle with payments relative to income.
Arkansas residents get the best deal since 96% of students are in-state and tuition stays flat regardless of residency. The 83% of students receiving Pell Grants benefit most from the low sticker price of $6,246.
The 6.7% graduation rate creates a debt burden that doesn't match earnings potential. Graduates carry a median debt of $29,500, translating to $313 monthly payments. With median first-year earnings of just $16,502, loan payments consume nearly 23% of gross income. Only 25% of borrowers successfully repay their loans. Students earning $26,241 five years after enrollment still struggle with payments relative to income.
Arkansas residents get the best deal since 96% of students are in-state and tuition stays flat regardless of residency. The 83% of students receiving Pell Grants benefit most from the low sticker price of $6,246.
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