Best colleges for Information Science/Studies in Arkansas
Ranked by graduate earnings
University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Harding University and Arkansas State University - Mountain Home award the most Information Science/Studies degrees and certificates in Arkansas: 57, 33 and 13 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 9 Arkansas colleges offer Information Science/Studies and award 125 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Information Science/Studies program focuses on the creation, organization, management, and use of recorded information. It encompasses various professional activities, including information management, librarianship, and archiving,…
Top 2 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock Public · Bachelor's degree | $48,964 | 57 | 42% | — | $25,000 |
| 2 | Strayer University - Arkansas Little Rock Private for-profit · Bachelor's degree Online Small program | $71,167 | 2 | — | — | $53,250 |
Colleges awarding the most Information Science/Studies degrees in Arkansas
Top 7 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock Public | 57 | $48,964 |
| 2 | Harding University Searcy Private not-for-profit | 33 | Not reported |
| 3 | Arkansas State University - Mountain Home Mountain Home Public | 13 | Not reported |
| 4 | Ozarka College Melbourne Public | 11 | Not reported |
| 5 | North Arkansas College Harrison Public | 3 | Not reported |
| 6 | Arkansas Tech University Russellville Public | 2 | Not reported |
| 7 | Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia Public | 1 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 2 Arkansas colleges offering Information Science/Studies
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas Grantham (Online) | LIttle Rock | Public | 3 |
| Strayer University - Arkansas (Online) | Little Rock | Private for-profit | 2 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Computer and Information Research Scientists (SOC 15-1221).
Top skills
What Computer and Information Research Scientists earn in Arkansas
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Information Science/Studies programs in Arkansas.
Which Arkansas colleges award the most Information Science/Studies degrees?+
University of Arkansas at Little Rock (57 graduates a year), Harding University (33 graduates a year) and Arkansas State University - Mountain Home (13 graduates a year) award the most Information Science/Studies degrees and certificates in Arkansas, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 9 Arkansas colleges offer Information Science/Studies.
Which Information Science/Studies program in Arkansas has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, University of Arkansas at Little Rock tops the list at $48,964. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
What is the focus of the Information Science/Studies program?+
The Information Science/Studies program focuses on the creation, organization, management, and use of recorded information. It encompasses various professional activities, including information management, librarianship, and archiving,…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop critical thinking, reading comprehension, active listening, speaking, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Computer and Information Research Scientists?+
The national job outlook is about +19.7% growth with around 3,200 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Master's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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