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University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, AR • public • I | SEC | FBS
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Acceptance
71.7%
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Grad Rate
70%
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Cost
$23,294 / $43,156

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Urban
Student Population
Undergrad: 29,055 • Total: 34,602
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
1125 W Maple St, Administration Bldg 425
Fayetteville, AR
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Website
www.uark.edu
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 12,915 (44.5%) • Female: 16,140 (55.5%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 813 2.8%
Black/African American 1,237 4.3%
Hispanic/Latino 3,235 11.1%
White 21,466 73.9%
Two or More Races 1,367 4.7%
International 411 1.4%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
71.7%
20,202 admitted from 28,186 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Sometimes Required
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 530-620
Math: 520-600
Total: 1050-1220
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
21-28
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
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Application Fee
$40
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
70.0%
4-Year Graduation Rate
55.4%
Freshman Retention Rate
86.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
21.4:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$23,294
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$43,156
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $7,896
Out-of-state: $27,758
Room & Board
$14,244
Books & Supplies
$1,154
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $14,319
$30,001-48,000 $14,322
$48,001-75,000 $15,934
$75,001-110,000 $20,772
$110,001+ $22,470
Students Receiving Pell Grants
52%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
SEC
Football
FBS
Men's Sports (6)
Baseball Basketball Football (FBS) Golf Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women's Sports (9)
Basketball Golf Gymnastics Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
3.0 GPA
In-State Awards
$0-$20,500/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$0-$20,500/yr
6 automatic scholarships (12 total)
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Common questions about University of Arkansas

What is University of Arkansas's acceptance rate?
University of Arkansas accepts 72% of applicants, from 28,186 applications.
How much does University of Arkansas cost?
Tuition and fees are $7,896 in-state and $27,758 out-of-state. Families earning under $30,000 pay $14,319 on average after aid.
Does University of Arkansas require SAT or ACT scores?
University of Arkansas requires test scores from some applicants.
What ACT score do you need for University of Arkansas?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 21 and 28 on the ACT.
What is University of Arkansas's graduation rate?
70% of students graduate within six years.