Philander Smith University

Little Rock, AR

Private nonprofit small campus City: Midsize 751 undergrads

Cost

Average net price
$14,224per year, after aid
In-state tuition
$13,014published rate
Out-of-state tuition
$13,014published rate

Net price is an average across aided students — what your family actually pays depends on your finances, and can be lower or higher.

Outcomes

Median earnings
$38,42710 years after entry

Median earnings of former students who received federal aid, measured 10 years after they started.

Campus life

Campus setting
City: Midsize
Residential character
Highly residential — most students live on campus
Religious affiliation
United Methodist

Most common fields of study

  • Business & marketing30%
  • Biological & biomedical sciences13%
  • Psychology10%
  • Homeland security & law enforcement10%
  • Public administration & social services8%
  • Parks, recreation & fitness7%

Share of degrees awarded, by broad field.

Athletics

NAIA Division I

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball

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Data from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard and the Equity in Athletics survey. Figures reflect the most recent reporting year available and may be out of date or incomplete — confirm anything decision-critical with the college directly. Official site: Philander Smith University.