C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
71/100 · earnings-weighted

Arkansas State University-Beebe

2-Year Public
📍 Beebe, Arkansas 72012
Outcomes
C
50/100
Affordability
B+
75/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
C+
63/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

3,010
Total Enrollment
38%
Graduation Rate
63%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,996
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Arkansas State University-Beebe ▼

12% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$214,107
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,285
1-Year Change
+2.9%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Arkansas State University-Beebe, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$36,603
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$32,587
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$8,093
Median debt at graduation
42%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
35.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 22% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 86th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (AR wage index 0.72). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Arkansas State University-Beebe

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs—$51,522+-0%#15 of 28#7$7,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections—$49,253+5%#165 of 426#53—
Business/Commerce$23,663$42,570-15%#169 of 205#114$7,650
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$24,763$40,143-9%#677 of 947#264$8,000
Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians$37,876$39,421-29%#13 of 14#12—
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$18,025$38,747+3%#70 of 160#26$6,750
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians$32,886$32,958-21%#123 of 124#95—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Arkansas State University-Beebe Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $214,107
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,285/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 72176 (4.8% cap, Ward)

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🏆 Where Arkansas State University-Beebe Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other
of 2 schools
#8
Computer/Computer Systems Technology/Technician
of 14 schools
#12
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other
of 35 schools
#15
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
of 40 schools
#17
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
of 66 schools
#20
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
of 29 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $2,736 $4,560
Total Cost (On-Campus) $19,177 $21,001

Financial Aid

87%
Receive Any Aid
53%
Receive Pell Grants
19%
Take Out Loans
$8,996
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,089
$30,001 - $48,000$8,077
$48,001 - $75,000$10,982
$75,001 - $110,000$12,437
$110,001+$12,880

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 347 grads/yr Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other 169 grads/yr Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other 75 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 59 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 50 grads/yr Computer/Computer Systems Technology/Technician 46 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 40 grads/yr Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching 36 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 35 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 33 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 31 grads/yr Machine Tool Technology/Machinist 31 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 30 grads/yr Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician 30 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 28 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 26 grads/yr Teacher Education, Multiple Levels 25 grads/yr Marine Maintenance/Fitter and Ship Repair Technology/Technician 24 grads/yr Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations 24 grads/yr Small Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology/Technician 24 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Arkansas State University-Beebe's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs
Construction managers
$107k/yr 550,300 jobs

Student Demographics

3,010
Total Students
60%
Women
47%
Traditional Age (18-24)
12%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 83%
Hispanic 6%
Black 5%
Asian 1%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 22%
Off-Campus (Renters) 12%
With Family 67%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~361 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 47%
Hybrid (Some Online) 29%
Fully Online 24%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 47%
25-64 (Adult) 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Arkansas State University-Beebe?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Arkansas State University-Beebe?
Tuition at Arkansas State University-Beebe is $2,736 for in-state students and $4,560 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,996.
What is the graduation rate at Arkansas State University-Beebe?
The graduation rate at Arkansas State University-Beebe is 38%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Arkansas State University-Beebe a good school?
Arkansas State University-Beebe has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Arkansas State University-Beebe?
Arkansas State University-Beebe has a total enrollment of 3,010 students.
Is there rental demand near Arkansas State University-Beebe?
Yes! Approximately 12% of students at Arkansas State University-Beebe live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 361 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology