University of Arkansas at Monticello — tuition $5,400 in-state, $11,250 out-of-stateUniversity of Arkansas at Monticello campus, Monticello, AR. Photo: UAMonticello, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
C+
62/100
Affordability
B
66/100
Resources
B
68/100
Experience
B
71/100
Prestige
F
27/100
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
2,739
Total Enrollment
43%
Graduation Rate
69%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$13,575
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near University of Arkansas at Monticello ▼
23%
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.
The campus ZIP (71656) has no residential market, so these figures average 1 nearby ZIP codes within 6 miles of campus (71655).
What happens to students who enroll at University of Arkansas at Monticello, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$36,902
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$31,332
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$19,971
Median debt at graduation
48.6%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
50.4%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 54% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 87th 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 University of Arkansas at Monticello
Median pay of bachelor'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.
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.
🏆 Where University of Arkansas at Monticello Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~616 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person33%
Hybrid (Some Online)40%
Fully Online27%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)74%
25-64 (Adult)20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Arkansas at Monticello?
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 University of Arkansas at Monticello?
Tuition at University of Arkansas at Monticello is
$5,400 for in-state students
and $11,250 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $13,575.
What is the graduation rate at University of Arkansas at Monticello?
The graduation rate at University of Arkansas at Monticello is 43%.
This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is University of Arkansas at Monticello a good school?
University of Arkansas at Monticello has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of Arkansas at Monticello?
University of Arkansas at Monticello has a total enrollment of 2,739 students.
Most students (74%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near University of Arkansas at Monticello?
Yes! Approximately 23% of students at University of Arkansas at Monticello live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 616 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Monticello area.
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