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Newport, AR · Private University

Is Arkansas State University-Newport Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #42 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$41,524

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$2,856

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$4,320

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$17,280

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

9.61x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Payback Period

2.6 yrs

years to recoup total cost

Median Debt

$8,002

at graduation

Avg Net Price

$9,730

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$41,524
Annual Tuition$4,320
National Median Earnings$45,000

Arkansas State University-Newport graduates earn $3,476 less than the national median of workers with any education level.

What You'd Actually Pay

Average net price after grants and scholarships, by family income

Under $30,000$8,061/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$9,628/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$11,951/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$14,417/yr
Over $110,000$13,991/yr

Source: IPEDS net price data. Actual costs vary based on individual financial circumstances.

The Bottom Line

Arkansas State University-Newport stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $41,524 10 years after starting, $3,476 below the national median of $45,000. The investment pays for itself in roughly 2.6 years, faster than most colleges.

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Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Tuition data from IPEDS. ROI calculations are for informational purposes only and reflect median outcomes.