Arkansas Baptist College
Little Rock, Arkansas · City: MidsizeOfficial Website ↗
Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →
Arkansas Baptist College, a historically Black college and university, is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Little Rock, Arkansas. The college enrolls approximately 373 undergraduate students. Annual tuition is $8,760, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $7,915 after grants and scholarships — making it one of the more affordable options in its category. The six-year graduation rate is 3%, which is below average compared to the national average of 63%.
Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income
The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.
- ✓Tuition ($8,760/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
- ✓Very affordable for low-income families: avg net price is only $7,915/yr for households earning under $30K
- ✓Small campus environment (373 students) — more personal attention and close-knit community
- ·Graduation rate of 3% is below the national average — research completion support services
This college is a strong fit for students from low- and middle-income families who need an affordable option, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.
Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships — not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.
All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.
Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.