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University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, AR · Public · Midsize city · Website

University of Arkansas at Little Rock campus
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Admission rate
59%
Accessible
Average net price
$16,882
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
41%
Median earnings
$50,640
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a public college in Little Rock, AR with 4,949 undergraduates. It admits 59% of applicants, and admitted students average 1049 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $16,882 per year ($15,565 for families earning under $30,000). 41% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $50,640 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
59%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test scores required
Fall 2024
Applicants
3,661
Fall 2023
Admitted
2,114
Fall 2023
Yield
23%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing490–630
200800
SAT Math470–580
200800
ACT Composite17–24
136

What University of Arkansas at Little Rock looks at

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

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$22,590
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$9,808
Out-of-state tuition
$22,218

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$15,565
  • $30–48k$15,735
  • $48–75k$18,973
  • $75–110k$22,322
  • $110k+—

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

Outcomes

Graduation rate
41%
Freshman retention
77%
Median earnings
$50,640
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$21,604
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
4,949
Student–faculty ratio
13:1
Receive Pell grants
45%
  • White46%
  • Hispanic10%
  • Black27%
  • Asian2%

University of Arkansas at Little Rock FAQ

What is University of Arkansas at Little Rock's acceptance rate?+

University of Arkansas at Little Rock admits 59% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

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

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 490–630 on SAT Reading and Writing and 470–580 on SAT Math; the average total is 1049.

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

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 17–24.

Is University of Arkansas at Little Rock test optional?+

Test scores required.

How many students apply to University of Arkansas at Little Rock?+

In Fall 2023, 3,661 students applied to University of Arkansas at Little Rock and 2,114 were admitted; 478 enrolled.

Does University of Arkansas at Little Rock consider legacy status?+

No. University of Arkansas at Little Rock reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does University of Arkansas at Little Rock require an essay?+

University of Arkansas at Little Rock reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does University of Arkansas at Little Rock cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $22,590 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $16,882.

What is University of Arkansas at Little Rock's graduation rate?+

41% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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