At a glance
Average net price
$14,060
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
12.5%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
287
In-state tuition
$6,246
Out-of-state tuition
$6,246
Cost of attendance
$21,735
Median earnings (10y)
Not available
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
5 program areas reported · Heavily focused on business (54% of credentials).
- Business54%
- Humanities & arts32%
- Social sciences2%
- Trades & services12%
- Business53.7%~154 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Liberal arts24.4%~70 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~35 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~21 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~7 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
4 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 45 | $15,859 | $37,242 |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | Associate's | 17 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 12 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 6 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Shorter College
Shorter College is a small institution located in N Little Rock, Arkansas, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 287 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Liberal arts, Homeland security & law enforcement.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Shorter College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $14,060 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $6,246 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $21,735 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 12.5%, a below-average completion outcome.
Programs & majors
Shorter College confers degrees and certificates across 5 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Liberal arts, Homeland security & law enforcement. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (54% of credentials), humanities & arts (32% of credentials), trades & services (12% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in N Little Rock, Arkansas (city), Shorter College draws students from across Arkansas and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Shorter College
Q.How much does Shorter College cost?
The average net price at Shorter College is $14,060 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $21,735.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Shorter College?
Shorter College has a 6-year graduation rate of 12.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.What is tuition at Shorter College?
Published tuition is $6,246 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Shorter College located?
Shorter College is located in N Little Rock, Arkansas (ZIP 72114).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Shorter College at their official website.