C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
68/100 · earnings-weighted

University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana

2-Year Public
📍 Hope, Arkansas 71801
🌐 www.uaht.edu/
University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana — tuition $2,850 in-state, $3,930 out-of-state
University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana — tuition $2,850 in-state, $3,930 out-of-state
Outcomes
C+
55/100
Affordability
A
83/100
Resources
C+
64/100
Experience
D
40/100
Prestige
F
22/100

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

1,288
Total Enrollment
49%
Graduation Rate
63%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,272
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana ▼

30% 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
$119,259
Avg Monthly Rent
$819
1-Year Change
+5.2%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$34,162
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$30,007
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
56.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
34.2%
Students receiving Pell grants

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.

For parents & investors

The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $119,259
  • Avg rent near campus: $819/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 71801 (5.4% cap, Hope)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $2,850 $3,930

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
64%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$8,272
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$8,033
$30,001 - $48,000$7,784
$48,001 - $75,000$9,042
$110,001+$9,382

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 187 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 72 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 51 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 34 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 32 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 26 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 23 grads/yr Funeral Direction/Service 22 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 22 grads/yr Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance) 21 grads/yr Educational/Instructional Technology 21 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 20 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 13 grads/yr Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General 13 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 12 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 10 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 10 grads/yr Electromechanical/Electromechanical Engineering Technology/Technician 8 grads/yr Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician 7 grads/yr Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician 7 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs
Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists
$61k/yr 319,900 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs

Student Demographics

1,288
Total Students
64%
Women
32%
Traditional Age (18-24)
30%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 56%
Hispanic 12%
Black 26%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 30%
With Family 70%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~392 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 52%
Hybrid (Some Online) 24%
Fully Online 24%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 32%
25-64 (Adult) 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana?
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 Hope-Texarkana?
Tuition at University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana is $2,850 for in-state students and $3,930 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,272.
What is the graduation rate at University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana?
The graduation rate at University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana is 49%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana a good school?
University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana?
University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana has a total enrollment of 1,288 students.
Is there rental demand near University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana?
Yes! Approximately 30% of students at University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 392 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Hope area.

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