The graduation rate measures the share of students who complete their degree within 150% of normal program time — for a 4-year degree, that's 6 years. A higher rate signals stronger academic support, financial aid, and student services. Low graduation rates may indicate higher dropout risk, often tied to cost, academic fit, or institutional support gaps. Arkansas State University Mid-South's 58% graduation rate places it in the Moderate tier — at a moderate completion level.
| # | College | Grad Rate | Rating | Retention | In-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Arkansas Beauty School-Little Rock
Little Rock
|
100% | 🟢 Excellent | 43% | N/A |
| 2 |
Northern Technical College
Pine Bluff
|
100% | 🟢 Excellent | 60% | N/A |
| 3 |
Arkansas Welding Academy
Jacksonville
|
94% | 🟢 Excellent | 98% | N/A |
| 4 |
The Salon Professional Academy
Sherwood
|
90% | 🟢 Excellent | 89% | N/A |
| 5 |
Academy of Professional Cosmetology
Rogers
|
89% | 🟢 Excellent | 100% | N/A |