University of Arkansas vs Arkansas State University vs University of Arkansas at Little Rock
This page compares University of Arkansas, Arkansas State University, and University of Arkansas at Little Rock — three of the largest and best-known bachelor's-granting institutions in Arkansas. University of Arkansas has the largest enrollment (28,677). Ten years after enrollment, median earnings are highest at University of Arkansas ($58,191). Highlighted cells mark the most favorable value in each row.
Side-by-side metrics
Data from College Scorecard institution-level records. Lower is better for tuition, net price, and debt; higher is better for earnings, graduation, enrollment, and admission selectivity where shown.
| Metric | University of Arkansas | Arkansas State University | University of Arkansas at Little Rock |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sector | Public | Public | Public |
| In-state tuition | $10,104 | $8,090 | $9,748 |
| Average net price | $18,209 | $12,366 | $17,248 |
| Median student debt | $21,500 | $20,500 | $22,000 |
| Enrollment | 28,677 | 9,110 | 4,949 |
| Graduation rate (150% time) | 70.5% | 55.4% | 41.6% |
| Earnings 6 years after entry | $49,686 | $38,944 | $40,040 |
| Earnings 10 years after entry | $58,191 | $42,617 | $45,265 |
| Admission rate | 74.3% | 82.3% | 58.8% |
| Average SAT score | 1,169 | 1,090 | 1,049 |