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University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana

Hope, AR·Public·697 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 697 students.

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697
Students
$8,210
Net Price
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Grad Rate
$28,600
Earnings
10 yr
$3,500
Debt

About This School

University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana is a public institution located in Hope, Arkansas with approximately 697 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $8,210 per year. Typical graduates earn $28,600 within 10 years of enrollment.

The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana (UAHT) is a public community college in Hope and Texarkana, Arkansas. It is affiliated with the University of Arkansas System as a result a merger by act of the Arkansas Legislature in 1995 and is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. UAHT is an open-access institution that enrolls over 1,500 students at its 2 campuses. The college is located on a 72-acre site originally obtained by the citizens of the area for Red River Vocational-Technical School, which was established in 1965.

This open-access community college is a genuinely affordable option — graduates leave with just $3,500 in median debt, which is remarkably low compared to most schools. Worth considering if you're pursuing a vocational, technical, or two-year pathway and want to minimize financial risk while staying close to home. That said, median earnings of $28,600 a decade out are modest, so if you're planning a four-year career-focused path, be sure the specific program you're targeting has strong local job placement before committing.

Founded
1965
Setting
Distant town

Popular Programs

Health Professions26%
Business & Marketing6%
Education6%
Computer Science4%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$3,400
Out-of-State Tuition
$4,960
Avg Net Price
$8,210
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants38%
Median debt at graduation$3,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$28,600
after enrollment
Median Debt
$3,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$3,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$26,300
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$28,600
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 8.2x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White48%
Black33%
Hispanic/Latino12%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (697 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana

2500 S Main

Hope, AR 71801

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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