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University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, Arkansas · Public

56%acceptance rate
980–1190SAT middle 50%
18–24ACT middle 50%
$11,225average net price, in-state

University of Arkansas at Little Rock admitted 56% of 2,775 applicants (Common Data Set 2022-2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 980–1190 in the middle half. Test scores are required. 39% of students graduate within six years.

This college’s newest public report is from 2022-2023, so some numbers may be out of date.

Your chances at University of Arkansas at Little Rock

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Early decision and early action

University of Arkansas at Little Rock doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How University of Arkansas at Little Rock rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • GPA
  • Test scores

Important

  • –

Considered

  • –

Not considered

  • Course rigor
  • Class rank
  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Race or ethnicity
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.34 GPA.

  • 4.011%
  • 3.75–3.9915%
  • 3.50–3.7418%
  • 3.25–3.4915%
  • 3.00–3.2417%
  • 2.50–2.9917%
  • 2.00–2.496%
  • Under 2.01%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $25,856 in-state and $36,611 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $11,225 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$14,143
  • $30–48k$15,520
  • $48–75k$18,216
  • $75–110k$20,594
  • $110k+$21,013

Quick answers

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

University of Arkansas at Little Rock admitted 56% of applicants: 1,542 of 2,775 (Common Data Set 2022-2023).

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

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 980 to 1190, with a median around 1080. A score at or above 1080 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

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