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Philander Smith University

Little Rock, ARPrivate NonprofitCity Setting
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N/A
Accept Rate
N/A
$14,224
Avg Net Cost
After financial aid
751
Students
Small campus body
$25,254
Median Earnings
6 Years Post-Graduation

Overview & Identity

Philander Smith University is a private nonprofit institution located in the city setting of Little Rock, AR. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 751 students and has an admission acceptance rate of N/A.

Quick Facts

Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
751 (Small)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City

Admissions & Academics

Admitted Student Scores

SAT ReadingNot Reported
SAT MathNot Reported
ACT CompositeNot Reported
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A

Top Majors & Programs

Business & Marketing33% of degrees
Biological Sciences13% of degrees
Social Sciences3% of degrees

Programs / Fields of Study

Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $44,330
Earnings 5yr: $40,783
Debt: $49,638
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $43,163
Earnings 5yr: $41,548
Debt: $27,622
Biological and Physical Sciences.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Biology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Chemistry.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Computer Science.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
English Language and Literature, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Mathematics.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Philosophy and Religious Studies, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Political Science and Government.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Psychology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Social Work.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Sociology.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A

Tuition & Cost Portrait

Avg Net Price$14,224
In-State Tuition$13,014
Out-of-State Tuition$13,014
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.

Financial Assistance & Support

68%
Pell Grants
58%
Take Loans
39%
Repayment

Student Outcomes & ROI

Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation

6 Years Post-Entry
$25,254
+52% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$38,427

Completion Signals

30%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
66%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$14,750
Est. Monthly Payment
$159/mo
Based on standard 10yr path

Campus & Demographics

Student Demographics & Community

Diversity Mix

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Gender Balance

49%
Men
51%
Women
The campus gender distribution displays a split of 49% men and 51% women.

Student Vitals

First-Gen Share
43%
Part-Time Share
16%
Avg Family Income
$23,559
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