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University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Public Pine Bluff, AR · Town · Southeast · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
40%
Graduation Rate
$35,550
Earnings (10yr)
$12,653
Net Price
41%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Seventy percent of students at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff receive Pell Grants, highlighting the institution's commitment to serving low-income populations. This significant percentage reflects the university's role in providing access to higher education for many who might not otherwise attend.

The Chetty/Opportunity Insights data is not available for this school, making it difficult to assess mobility and long-term outcomes. However, with a graduation rate of 40%, it is essential for prospective students to consider the challenges that may affect completion. Students from lower-income backgrounds may find support through financial aid and targeted resources.

The net price for attending the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is $12,653, with a median debt of $24,202 for graduates. Alumni earn an average of $35,550 within ten years of graduation. Students who thrive here often pursue degrees in humanities, business, biology, education, or criminal justice, aligning with their career goals and interests.

Rankings

How University Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation40%Earnings 10yr$36KNet Price$13KRetention64%Median Debt$24KPell Grant Rate70%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$12K$0-30K$11K$30-48K$16K$48-75K$18K$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%3226.8%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%877.2%MOBILITY283.06%

Cost & Financial Aid

$9,412
In-State Tuition
$17,992
Out-of-State
$12,653
Avg Net Price
$24,202
Median Debt
70%
Pell Grant Rate
58%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$12,302
Family Income $0–$30K
$11,324
Family Income $30K–$48K
$15,920
Family Income $48K–$75K
$17,840
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$31,161
6 Years After Entry
$33,831
8 Years
$35,550
10 Years
0.68x
Debt-to-Earnings
38%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$31,161 6yr $33,831 8yr $35,550 10yr

Social Mobility

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

283.06%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
877.2%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
3226.8%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$35,400
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.98
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.06
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
2.5%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 41%
Retention Rate 64%
SAT Average 922
ACT Midpoint 16
SAT Range 845–1108
ACT Range 14–18
Full-Time Faculty 82%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,201
Diversity Index 0.20
First-Gen Students 37%

Top Programs

Humanities 14%
Business & Marketing 14%
Biology & Biomedical 10%
Education 10%
Criminal Justice 7%
Health Professions 7%
Visual & Performing Arts 6%
Communications 3%