by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a UAM degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how UAM measures up.
UAM is ranked #1,402 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D-. Within Arkansas, it ranks #28 of 47 for value.
These UAM majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Agriculture | #24 of 47 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #37 of 114 |
| Business Information Systems | #47 of 114 |
| General Management Information Systems | #47 of 114 |
| Management Information Systems | #50 of 121 |
| Physical Education | #65 of 264 |
| General Studies | #83 of 243 |
| Exercise Science | #107 of 547 |
| Health & Physical Education | #159 of 757 |
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness Studies | #167 of 783 |
Read the full UAM value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
University of Arkansas at Monticello is ranked #26 out of #50 in Arkansas for quality and #28 out of #47 for Arkansas value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the UAM financial aid page to be sure.
University of Arkansas at Monticello is ranked #1,402 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, University of Arkansas at Monticello is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at UAM costs about $15,100. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $60,400 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $22,416 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $14,287 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $15,100 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $60,400 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about UAM net price and the factors that affect it.
What UAM costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a UAM degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $89,664 | — | — |
| All Students | $60,400 | #1,402 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $57,148 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $89,664 | — | — |
| All Students | $60,400 | #28 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $57,148 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at UAM shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $12,803 |
| $30K–$48K | $12,742 |
| $48K–$75K | $14,976 |
| $75K–$110K | $18,179 |
| Over $110K | $18,311 |
About 90% of UAM undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $9,566 per year. Get more details on the UAM financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average UAM cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.