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Arkansas State University-Beebe

Beebe, Arkansas · Public community college · Training programs available:

Auto mechanic schoolsWelding schoolsCNA classesEMT & paramedic trainingLPN / LVN programsCNC & machining programsHVAC schoolsDiesel mechanic schoolsMedical billing & coding programsPharmacy technician programs
42%completion rate · Arkansas avg 57%
$8,093median debt of graduates
$32,587median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$36,603median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
not reportedannual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission (Accredited)
Address: 1000 Iowa Street, Beebe, AR 72012 · Phone: (501) 882-3600 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Arkansas State University-Beebe is a public trade school in Beebe, Arkansas offering auto mechanic, welding, and CNA programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Arkansas State University-Beebe has a 42.0% completion rate versus a 57.3% state average, with median graduate debt of $8,093 and median earnings of $36,603 ten years after entry.

Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Arkansas State University-Beebe; the school accepts federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants, and about 35.0% of students receive Pell.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Arkansas State Univer… Arkansas State Univer…: 42% 42% Arkansas average Arkansas average: 57.3% 57.3% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Automotive service technicians and mechanics$30,320$44,160$57,910
Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers$37,380$47,970$55,280
Nursing assistants$28,840$34,430$36,070
Emergency medical technicians$28,370$36,230$41,670
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses$44,670$56,620$61,220
Machinists$37,760$51,140$61,380
HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers$37,040$48,110$59,760
Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists$38,620$52,330$60,940
Medical records specialists$33,920$41,740$51,440
Pharmacy technicians$33,400$38,680$45,470

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Arkansas (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.

Trade programs at this campus

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 300–899 hours 36 not reported not reported $8,000
Precision Metal Working Certificate, under 300 hours 35 not reported not reported not reported
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 1–2 years 24 not reported not reported $8,000
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 300–899 hours 20 $25,343 not reported not reported
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Certificate, 1–2 years 17 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Certificate, 300–899 hours 14 not reported not reported not reported
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) Certificate, 300–899 hours 13 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 300–899 hours 12 $25,343 not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 300–899 hours 10 $25,343 not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 10 $25,343 not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Associate degree 10 $45,045 $41,342 not reported
Precision Metal Working Associate degree 9 not reported $25,194 not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 1–2 years 9 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 9 $25,343 not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 300–899 hours 9 $25,343 not reported not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 300–899 hours 8 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 7 $25,343 not reported not reported
Health and Medical Administrative Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 6 not reported not reported not reported
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) Certificate, 1–2 years 6 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 5 not reported not reported not reported
Health and Medical Administrative Services Certificate, 1–2 years 5 not reported not reported not reported
Precision Metal Working Associate degree 5 not reported $25,194 not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Associate degree 5 $45,045 $41,342 not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 1–2 years 4 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 4 $25,343 not reported not reported
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Associate degree 3 not reported $33,993 not reported
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 1–2 years 3 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 300–899 hours 2 $25,343 not reported not reported
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Associate degree 1 not reported not reported not reported

Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.

Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.

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About this school

Arkansas State University-Beebe is a public trade and career-training campus in Beebe, Arkansas, located in a fringe town setting. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants. The campus offers 29 program families, with the highest completer counts in auto mechanic schools (79 completers), welding schools (49), and CNA classes (36).

Federal data shows a completion rate of 42.0%, which is below the state average of 57.3%. Graduates who took on debt carried a median of $8,093, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $36,603. About 35.0% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.

With 301 trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 1,986, this campus serves a mix of students, though whether programs run as short certificates or longer associate-degree tracks is not detailed here, so fit for adult career-changers should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation status through the Higher Learning Commission and review current outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling. Contacting the school directly for program length, schedule, and cost information is recommended, since those specifics are not reported for this campus in federal data.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Arkansas State University-Beebe offers 29 program families, with the most completers in auto mechanic schools (79), welding schools (49), and CNA classes (36).

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, it is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and holds active accreditation status.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate is 42.0%, which is below the Arkansas state average of 57.3%.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Graduates carry a median debt of $8,093, per federal data.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $36,603.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (501) 882-3600 or visit https://www.asub.edu/ for current figures.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

This is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and Title IV aid eligibility, though specific tuition figures are not reported here.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?106449.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

Program length and scheduling details that would indicate fit for adult career-changers are not reported in this data; contact the school to discuss options.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing requirements are not reported in federal data for this campus; contact the school directly for program-specific certification information.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Arkansas State University-Beebe at (501) 882-3600 or through its website, https://www.asub.edu/.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported here; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?106449 to compare outcomes across institutions.

Nearby trade and career schools in Arkansas

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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.

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