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Arkansas educational institutions

There are 2,177 schools and educational institutions in Arkansas. Combined, these Arkansan educational institutions employ 20,421 people, earn more than $2 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $8 billion.
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Types of educational institutions in Arkansas

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Student service organizations
 
601
 
$298,855,952
Educational service providers
 
497
 
$127,026,199
Parent teacher associations
 
296
 
$28,707,026
Scholarship and financial aid organizations
 
265
 
$214,983,212
Preschool, elementary, and secondary schools
 
229
 
$644,689,519
Fraternities and sororities
 
216
 
$23,320,182
Organizations supporting a single school or educational institution
 
137
 
$30,944,159
Adult education and ESL centers
 
99
 
$3,925,826
Education professional societies
 
76
 
$21,719,783
Organizations supporting multiple schools and educational institutions
 
72
 
$1,501,773
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Educational institutions by major Arkansas cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Little Rock
 
706
 
$675,857,961
Fayetteville, AR
 
422
 
$516,850,068
Fort Smith
 
164
 
$95,848,511
Jonesboro
 
105
 
$57,736,616
Pine Bluff
 
99
 
$6,307,319
Hot Springs
 
73
 
$10,639,336
Texarkana, TX
 
20
 
$598,234
Memphis, TN
 
15
 
$5,923,995
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Job trends for Arkansas educational institutions

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
168
1-10
 
69
11-25
 
40
26-100
 
58
101 to 1,000
 
41
1,000+
 
4
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Sizes of educational institutions in Arkansas

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
264
$250k to $1M
 
112
$1M to $5M
 
105
$5M to $25M
 
41
$25M to $100M
 
13
$100M+
 
2
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Directory of educational institutions in Arkansas

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1-20 of 2,177

Ouachita Baptist University (OBU)

Ouachita Baptist University (OBU) is a nationally ranked Christian liberal arts university in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, with students from nearly 30 states and 30 nations.
Revenue
$91.6m
Assets
$231.6m
Employees
1,250
EIN
71-0239383
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Pulaski Academy

Pulaski Academy empowers students ages 2 1/2 -12th grade through rigorous academics, arts, athletics, and 21st-century skills, valuing and challenging every learner.
Revenue
$24.0m
Assets
$39.2m
Employees
324
EIN
71-0424553
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Philander Smith College

Philander Smith College graduates academically accomplished, social justice-minded leaders through a historically Black, four-year liberal arts education and diverse undergraduate degrees.
Revenue
$25.3m
Assets
$67.9m
Employees
359
EIN
71-0239729
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Harding University

Harding University was established in 1924 on the idea of integrating faith, learning and living. To provide a quality education that will lead to an understanding and philosophy of life consistent with Christian ideals.
Revenue
$149.1m
Assets
$488.8m
Employees
2,819
EIN
71-0236896
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Arkansas Colleges of Health Education

To educate and train a diverse group of highly competent and compassionate Health care professionals, to create Health and research facilities, and to provide healthy living environments to improve the lives of others.
Revenue
$52.6m
Assets
$176.8m
Employees
319
EIN
46-5138928
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Arkansas Public School Resource Center

APSRC provides assistance and development services to public, charter, and rural schools to enhance learning, improve education, and fiscal practices.
Revenue
$22.4m
Assets
$15.5m
Employees
0
EIN
26-2904183
IRS type
501(c)(3)

University of the Ozarks

We help prepare our students to graduate in four years with the promise that they will be prepared to live out their dreams.
Revenue
$65.2m
Assets
$252.9m
Employees
581
EIN
71-0236867
IRS type
501(c)(3)

University of Arkansas Foundation

The University of Arkansas Foundation is a charitable organization that provides support for the University of Arkansas System.
Revenue
$154.1m
Assets
$2.3b
Employees
9
EIN
71-6056774
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Alice L Walton School of Medicine

Developing a four-year medical program merging conventional medicine with holistic principles and self-care practices in Bentonville, AR.
Revenue
$19.5m
Assets
$314.3m
Employees
83
EIN
85-2907907
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Arkansas Connections Academy

Arkansas Connections Academy: Online public school, grades K-12; personalized learning for quality education statewide.
Revenue
$40.3m
Assets
$13.5m
Employees
0
EIN
46-5766559
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Hendrix College

Hendrix College cultivates whole-person liberal arts learning through rigorous inquiry and active, hands-on experiences--internships, research, service, and international study--guided by dedicated faculty.
Revenue
$88.0m
Assets
$313.9m
Employees
1,073
EIN
71-0236897
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Arkansas State University Red Wolves Foundation

ASU Red Wolves Foundation supports and promotes intercollegiate athletics at Arkansas State University while working with the institution's administration.
Revenue
$10.4m
Assets
$41.0m
Employees
0
EIN
71-0526367
IRS type
501(c)(3)

University of Central Ar Foundationinc

The purpose of the University of Central Arkansas Foundation, Inc. is to further the goals of the University of Central Arkansas by securing and carefully managing private funds for the support of the University.
Revenue
$11.3m
Assets
$108.6m
Employees
0
EIN
71-0550590
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Arkansas Early Childhood Association

Arkansas Early Childhood Association promotes quality care and education for young children and their families through educational development and rights programs.
Revenue
$23.0m
Assets
$17.3m
Employees
9
EIN
51-0235726
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Arkansas Tech University Foundation

The Arkansas Tech University Foundation enhances student access to education through scholarships and support for academic, administrative, and athletic programs, fostering overall institutional growth.
Revenue
$5.6m
Assets
$64.6m
Employees
0
EIN
71-0561120
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Thaden School

Thaden School ignites passion for discovery and learning, prepares students to succeed in college, and inspires responsible global citizenship. Located in Bentonville, AR.
Revenue
$24.8m
Assets
$77.1m
Employees
184
EIN
47-5317135
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Arkansas State University System Foundation

The Arkansas State University System Foundation manages gifts and endowments, investing and distributing funds to strengthen systemwide education, research, services, and campus operations.
Revenue
$32.1m
Assets
$191.8m
Employees
0
EIN
71-0489924
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Lisa Academy

With a college acceptance rate of 100 percent, LISA Academy has earned the reputation of providing a distinct, high-quality education. Our schools also have the honor of being Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) field pioneer schools.
Revenue
$51.3m
Assets
$70.9m
Employees
796
EIN
06-1665076
IRS type
501(c)(3)

John Brown University (JBU)

John Brown University provides Christ-centered education that prepares people to honor God and serve others by developing their intellectual, spiritual and professional lives.
Revenue
$94.6m
Assets
$345.1m
Employees
1,555
EIN
71-0239576
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Lyon College

Lyon College is an independent, residential, co-educational, undergraduate liberal arts college located in Batesville, Arkansas. It is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Founded in 1872, it is the oldest independent college in Arkansas.
Revenue
$52.5m
Assets
$170.0m
Employees
580
EIN
71-0246213
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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