# University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, AR. Source page: https://www.dreamschool.co/colleges/university-of-arkansas-at-little-rock

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.

## Key facts

| Measure | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Admission rate | 59% (Fall 2024) |
| Testing policy | Test scores required (Fall 2024) |
| Applicants | 3,661 (Fall 2023) |
| Admitted | 2,114 (Fall 2023) |
| SAT Reading & Writing (middle 50%) | 490–630 (Fall 2024) |
| SAT Math (middle 50%) | 470–580 (Fall 2024) |
| ACT Composite (middle 50%) | 17–24 (Fall 2024) |
| Cost of attendance | $22,590 (2024-25) |
| Average net price | $16,882 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $15,565 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $15,735 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $18,973 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $22,322 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | — (2024-25) |
| Undergraduates | 4,949 (Fall 2024) |
| Graduation rate | 41% (Fall 2019) |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $50,640 (2023) |
| Median debt at graduation | $21,604 (FY2024) |

## What University of Arkansas at Little Rock considers in admissions (Fall 2023)

- High school record: Required
- High school GPA: Required
- College-prep coursework: Considered
- Class rank: Not considered
- Essay or personal statement: Not considered
- Recommendations: Not considered
- Demonstrated competencies: Not considered
- Legacy status: Not considered
- Work experience: Not considered
- English proficiency test: Required

## 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.


## Sources

- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (Most Recent Institution-Level Data), released 2026-10-15: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/data/
- IPEDS Admissions survey (ADM2023): https://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/datacenter/DataFiles.aspx
- IPEDS unit ID 106245. Methodology: https://www.dreamschool.co/methodology