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University of Arkansas

Public Fayetteville, AR · Urban · Southeast · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
70%
Graduation Rate
$58,191
Earnings (10yr)
$18,209
Net Price
74%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Nearly 29,000 students call the University of Arkansas home, making it a vibrant hub for academic and social life. With a 74% acceptance rate, it welcomes a diverse array of prospective students, eager to find their niche in a dynamic environment.

The data from Chetty/Opportunity Insights shows that the economic mobility rate is not available, but the university’s graduation rate stands at a solid 70%. Graduates earn an impressive median salary of $58,191 after ten years, indicating a strong return on investment for their education. This suggests that while some students may start in the bottom 20% of income, many find pathways to upward mobility.

With a net price of $18,209 and median debt of $21,500, the University of Arkansas offers a reasonably priced education. Students who thrive here often pursue degrees in Business, Health Professions, Engineering, Communications, or Biology. The diverse programs cater to a wide range of interests and career goals, ensuring that students find their passion and succeed in their chosen fields.

Rankings

How University Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation70%Earnings 10yr$58KNet Price$18KRetention86%Median Debt$22KPell Grant Rate18%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$14K$0-30K$14K$30-48K$16K$48-75K$22K$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%719.6%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%3260.9%MOBILITY234.65%

Cost & Financial Aid

$10,104
In-State Tuition
$29,966
Out-of-State
$18,209
Avg Net Price
$21,500
Median Debt
18%
Pell Grant Rate
33%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$14,319
Family Income $0–$30K
$14,322
Family Income $30K–$48K
$15,934
Family Income $48K–$75K
$22,470
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$49,686
6 Years After Entry
$54,333
8 Years
$58,191
10 Years
0.37x
Debt-to-Earnings
70%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$49,686 6yr $54,333 8yr $58,191 10yr

Social Mobility

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

234.65%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
3260.9%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
719.6%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$93,400
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.60
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
6.4%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 74%
Retention Rate 86%
SAT Average 1169
ACT Midpoint 25
SAT Range 1030–1220
ACT Range 21–28
Full-Time Faculty 82%
Faculty Salary (mo) $10,657
Diversity Index 0.43
First-Gen Students 26%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 30%
Health Professions 11%
Engineering 8%
Communications 6%
Biology & Biomedical 6%
Psychology 5%
Education 4%
Social Sciences 4%