C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
68/100 · earnings-weighted

Arkansas State University-Mountain Home

2-Year Public
📍 Mountain Home, Arkansas 72653
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 50%
Outcomes
C+
55/100
Affordability
B+
76/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
F
33/100
Prestige
F
26/100

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

1,284
Total Enrollment
50%
Graduation Rate
60%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$9,661
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Arkansas State University-Mountain Home ▼

39% 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
$237,120
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,167
1-Year Change
+2.3%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$34,238
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$34,640
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$10,500
Median debt at graduation
44.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
45.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 31% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 78th 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-Mountain Home

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
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$62,518$77,138-5%#607 of 962#219$14,919
Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians$37,759$43,129-20%#6 of 6#6—
Business/Commerce—$40,544-19%#179 of 205#132—
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$28,907$39,320-11%#726 of 947#314$12,450
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods—$31,480-16%#135 of 160#109—

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-Mountain Home Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $237,120
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,167/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 72653 (3.8% cap, Mountain Home)

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🏆 Where Arkansas State University-Mountain Home Ranks

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

#19
Pre-Nursing Studies
of 21 schools
#25
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
of 29 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $2,616 $4,080

Financial Aid

92%
Receive Any Aid
66%
Receive Pell Grants
22%
Take Out Loans
$9,661
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$8,311
$30,001 - $48,000$8,492
$48,001 - $75,000$12,008
$75,001 - $110,000$12,070
$110,001+$14,276

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 64 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 59 grads/yr Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching 52 grads/yr General Studies 45 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 45 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 45 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 35 grads/yr Pre-Nursing Studies 34 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 32 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 25 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 24 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 20 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 19 grads/yr Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 17 grads/yr Information Science/Studies 17 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 17 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 16 grads/yr Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 11 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 11 grads/yr Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 11 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Paramedics
$58k/yr 101,900 jobs
Emergency medical technicians
$41k/yr 181,000 jobs
Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr 74,900 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$63k/yr 633,700 jobs

Student Demographics

1,284
Total Students
61%
Women
45%
Traditional Age (18-24)
39%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 93%
Black 1%
Asian 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 39%
With Family 61%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~501 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 32%
Hybrid (Some Online) 37%
Fully Online 31%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 45%
25-64 (Adult) 28%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Arkansas State University-Mountain Home?
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-Mountain Home?
Tuition at Arkansas State University-Mountain Home is $2,616 for in-state students and $4,080 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $9,661.
What is the graduation rate at Arkansas State University-Mountain Home?
The graduation rate at Arkansas State University-Mountain Home is 50%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Arkansas State University-Mountain Home a good school?
Arkansas State University-Mountain Home has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (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 (F): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Arkansas State University-Mountain Home?
Arkansas State University-Mountain Home has a total enrollment of 1,284 students.
Is there rental demand near Arkansas State University-Mountain Home?
Yes! Approximately 39% of students at Arkansas State University-Mountain Home live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 501 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Mountain Home area.

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