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University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, AR · Public · Distant town · Website

Admission rate
41%
Selective
Average net price
$11,528
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
39%
Median earnings
$40,307
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is a public college in Pine Bluff, AR with 1,807 undergraduates. It admits 41% of applicants, and admitted students average 922 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $11,528 per year ($11,258 for families earning under $30,000). 39% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $40,307 ten years after enrolling.

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Admissions

Admission rate
41%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test scores required
Fall 2024
Applicants
3,792
Fall 2023
Admitted
2,182
Fall 2023
Yield
19%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing425–570
200800
SAT Math420–538
200800
ACT Composite14–18
136

What University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff looks at

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

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • 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
$22,388
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$9,703
Out-of-state tuition
$18,765

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$11,258
  • $30–48k$10,643
  • $48–75k$12,175
  • $75–110k$14,747
  • $110k+$12,339

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

Outcomes

Graduation rate
39%
Freshman retention
64%
Median earnings
$40,307
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$24,656
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,807
Student–faculty ratio
12:1
Receive Pell grants
74%
  • White2%
  • Hispanic3%
  • Black89%
  • Asian0%

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff FAQ

What is University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff's acceptance rate?+

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff admits 41% of applicants, which makes it selective.

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

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 425–570 on SAT Reading and Writing and 420–538 on SAT Math; the average total is 922.

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

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 14–18.

Is University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff test optional?+

Test scores required.

How many students apply to University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff?+

In Fall 2023, 3,792 students applied to University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff and 2,182 were admitted; 411 enrolled.

Does University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff consider legacy status?+

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

Does University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff require an essay?+

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

How much does University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $22,388 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $11,528.

What is University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff's graduation rate?+

39% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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