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Education Schools in Arkansas

5,126 Education students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

As a degree choice, Education is the 4th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Education Majors in Arkansas

Education majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 2,387
Bachelor’s Degree 1,218
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 919
Post-Master’s Certificate 919
Associate Degree 341
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 91
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 91
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 89
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 89
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 89
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 81
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 81
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 81

Gender Distribution

In Arkansas, a education major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of education majors in Arkansas is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.6%
  • Black or African American: 13.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.8%
  • White: 77.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.6%
  • Other Races: 4.5%
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Jobs for Education Grads in Arkansas

73,680 people in the state and 8,653,610 in the nation are employed in jobs related to education.

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Wages for Education Jobs in Arkansas

A typical salary for a education grad in the state is $53,950, compared to a typical salary of $77,170 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Arkansas that offer education degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

1,879 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
13,106 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 3.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. In their early career, A-State grads earn an average salary of $32,687. 100% of the teachers are full time.

#2

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville
597 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
27,562 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 88% are considered full time. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,507. Most students complete their degree in 4.31 years.

386 Degrees in Major Awarded
41% Graduation Rate
10,335 Total Students

A typical student attending UCA will pay a net price of $16,554. Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.80%.

#4

Arkansas Tech University

Russellville
370 Degrees in Major Awarded
42% Graduation Rate
10,829 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $32,177 after earning their degree at this institution. The student loan default rate is 5.80% which is lower than average.

275 Degrees in Major Awarded
38% Graduation Rate
4,432 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.35 years. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 68% are considered full time.

239 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
4,617 Total Students

74% of the teachers are full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.34 years. This private school has an average net price of $19,456.

223 Degrees in Major Awarded
34% Graduation Rate
3,163 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. 100% of the teachers are full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.51 years.

184 Degrees in Major Awarded
35% Graduation Rate
8,899 Total Students

The average student takes 4.50 years to complete their degree at UA Little Rock. Graduates earn an average $35,410 after graduation. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1.

179 Degrees in Major Awarded
21% Graduation Rate
2,645 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. 100% of the teachers are full time. A typical student attending UAM will pay a net price of $10,451.

74 Degrees in Major Awarded
33% Graduation Rate
5,887 Total Students

The average student takes 4.56 years to complete their degree at UAFS. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 69% are considered full time. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.

Education Careers in AR

Some of the careers education majors go into include:

Job Title AR Job Growth AR Median Salary
Health Specialties Professors 26% $112,810
Special Education Preschool Teachers 21% $46,040
Preschool Education Administrators 18% $37,750
Business Professors 18% $59,220
Biological Science Professors 17% $60,750
Preschool Teachers 15% $30,390
Special Education Teachers 15% $24,520
Psychology Professors 15% $59,370
Multimedia Collections Specialists 14% $41,530
Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors 13% $54,600
Recreation and Fitness Studies Professors 13% $48,610
Mathematical Science Professors 13% $50,400
English Language and Literature Professors 13% $50,990
Self-Enrichment Education Teachers 13% $30,190
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Professors 13% $115,590
Teacher Assistants 11% $19,440
Art, Drama, and Music Professors 11% $53,840
Coaches and Scouts 11% $32,800
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 11% $61,340
Technical Education Teachers 11% $48,750
Instructional Coordinators 11% $57,840
Education, Training, and Library Workers 11% $48,440
Computer Science Professors 11% $52,450
History Professors 11% $58,760
Education Professors 10% $57,090
Postsecondary Education Administrators 10% $84,040
Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors 10% $38,380
Elementary and Secondary School Education Administrators 10% $78,810
Special Education Professors 10% $50,880
Education Administrators 10% $68,330
Middle School Teachers 9% $48,330
Economics Professors 9% $94,520
High School Teachers 9% $50,760
Librarians 9% $53,810
Elementary School Teachers 9% $47,590
Kindergarten or Elementary School Special Education Teachers 9% $48,860
Kindergarten Teachers 9% $45,870
Foreign Language and Literature Professors 9% $52,830
Middle School Special Education Teachers 9% $49,580
Social Sciences Professors 8% $53,540
Physics Postsecondary Professors 8% $77,870
Technical Education High School Teachers 8% $53,780
Sociology Professors 8% $68,720
Vocational Education Professors 7% $46,500
Agricultural Sciences Professors 7% $81,000
Political Science Professors 7% $72,800
Chemistry Professors 5% $67,360
Anthropology and Archeology Professors 0% $0
Geography Professors 0% $0
Environmental Science Professors 0% $0

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to education.

Major Annual Graduates in AR
Psychology 1,022
Communication & Journalism 946
Social Sciences 897
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 425
History 246
Library Science 26
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 16

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