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John Brown University

Private nonprofit Siloam Springs, AR · Town · Southeast · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
69%
Graduation Rate
$53,907
Earnings (10yr)
$20,397
Net Price
76%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Seventy-six percent of applicants are accepted at John Brown University, making it a more accessible choice for students seeking a private education. With an enrollment of 1,471, the university maintains a close-knit community atmosphere. Graduates often report strong earnings, with a median income of $53,907 ten years post-graduation.

The outcomes for students from diverse economic backgrounds are not fully detailed, but the school has a Pell Grant rate of 24%. This indicates that a significant number of students benefit from need-based financial aid, which is crucial for enhancing access to education. While specific mobility rates are not available, the overall graduation rate stands at 69%, suggesting that many students successfully complete their degrees.

The net price of attending John Brown University is $20,397, with a median debt of $21,250. This financial landscape suggests that graduates may leave with manageable debt relative to their earning potential. Students who thrive here are often those pursuing degrees in Business, Visual Arts, Psychology, Health Professions, and Engineering, reflecting a strong focus on practical, career-oriented programs.

Rankings

How John Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation69%Earnings 10yr$54KNet Price$20KRetention81%Median Debt$21KPell Grant Rate24%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$17K$0-30K$17K$30-48K$17K$48-75K$25K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%826.5%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%2542.0%MOBILITY210.08%

Cost & Financial Aid

$31,756
In-State Tuition
$31,756
Out-of-State
$20,397
Avg Net Price
$21,250
Median Debt
24%
Pell Grant Rate
33%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$17,484
Family Income $0–$30K
$17,210
Family Income $30K–$48K
$16,655
Family Income $48K–$75K
$24,627
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$46,114
6 Years After Entry
$49,481
8 Years
$53,907
10 Years
0.39x
Debt-to-Earnings
73%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$46,114 6yr $49,481 8yr $53,907 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

210.08%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
2542.0%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
826.5%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$86,800
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.62
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.00
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
6.0%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 76%
Retention Rate 81%
SAT Average 1195
ACT Midpoint 26
SAT Range 1070–1340
ACT Range 21–28
Full-Time Faculty 96%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,468
Diversity Index 0.54
First-Gen Students 29%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 23%
Visual & Performing Arts 13%
Psychology 10%
Health Professions 8%
Engineering 5%
Education 5%
Biology & Biomedical 4%
English & Literature 2%