Best Social Work Schools in Arkansas

Arkansas has 8 colleges offering Social Work programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 176 recent graduates. Graduates in Arkansas earn $28,191 on average within two years — 10% below the national average of $31,424. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

Schools in AR

$28,191

AR Avg. Earnings

$31,424

National Avg.

482

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Social Work in Arkansas

Public Schools (7)

$27,427

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (1)

$32,772

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $5,345 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Social Work Schools in Arkansas, Ranked by Earnings

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, AR · Public

$29,250

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $30,396

Graduates: 36

Acceptance: 57.7%

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, AR · Public

$28,816

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $31,728

Graduates: 42

Acceptance: 71.7%

Harding University

Searcy, AR · Private

$32,772

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $28,183

Graduates: 20

Acceptance: 100.0%

Arkansas State University

Jonesboro, AR · Public

$26,353

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $31,866

Graduates: 30

Acceptance: 69.7%

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith

Fort Smith, AR · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 81.5%

Henderson State University

Arkadelphia, AR · Public

$26,353

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $24,164

Graduates: 32

Acceptance: 81.9%

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, AR · Public

$28,598

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $30,974

Graduates: 16

Acceptance: 57.5%

Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Magnolia, AR · Public

$25,194

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 66.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Social Work in Arkansas?

University of Arkansas at Little Rock ranks #1 for Social Work in Arkansas with median graduate earnings of $29,250 within two years of graduation. There are 8 schools offering Social Work programs in the state.

How much do Social Work graduates earn in Arkansas?

Social Work graduates in Arkansas earn an average of $28,191 within two years of graduation. This is 10% below the national average of $31,424 for this major.

What is the hardest Social Work school to get into in Arkansas?

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is the most selective Social Work program in Arkansas with an acceptance rate of 57.5%. The average acceptance rate across Social Work programs in the state is 73.3%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Social Work in Arkansas?

In Arkansas, private Social Work programs produce average earnings of $32,772 vs $27,427 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 7 public and 1 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Arkansas

Computer Science $65,547 Information Science/Studies $65,355 Engineering, General $61,852 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $57,293 Computer and Information Sciences, General $57,214 Civil Engineering $55,886 Dental Support Services and Allied Professions $55,738 Management Information Systems and Services $49,698

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.