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University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, AR · Public · Midsize city · Website

University of Arkansas campus
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Admission rate
74%
Accessible
Average net price
$17,571
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
71%
Median earnings
$63,588
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of Arkansas is a public college in Fayetteville, AR with 28,677 undergraduates. It admits 74% of applicants, and admitted students average 1169 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $17,571 per year ($12,718 for families earning under $30,000). 71% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $63,588 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
74%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
28,186
Fall 2023
Admitted
20,202
Fall 2023
Yield
31%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing520–620
200800
SAT Math510–600
200800
ACT Composite21–28
136

What University of Arkansas looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testConsidered

Cost

Cost of attendance
$28,924
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$10,496
Out-of-state tuition
$31,550

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$12,718
  • $30–48k$12,559
  • $48–75k$14,381
  • $75–110k$19,256
  • $110k+$23,211

Get a personal estimate with University of Arkansas's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
71%
Freshman retention
86%
Median earnings
$63,588
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$20,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
28,677
Student–faculty ratio
20:1
Receive Pell grants
21%
  • White74%
  • Hispanic12%
  • Black4%
  • Asian3%

University of Arkansas FAQ

What is University of Arkansas's acceptance rate?+

University of Arkansas admits 74% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for University of Arkansas?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 520–620 on SAT Reading and Writing and 510–600 on SAT Math; the average total is 1169.

What ACT score do you need for University of Arkansas?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 21–28.

Is University of Arkansas test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to University of Arkansas?+

In Fall 2023, 28,186 students applied to University of Arkansas and 20,202 were admitted; 6,337 enrolled.

Does University of Arkansas consider legacy status?+

Yes. University of Arkansas reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does University of Arkansas require an essay?+

University of Arkansas reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does University of Arkansas cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $28,924 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,571.

What is University of Arkansas's graduation rate?+

71% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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