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University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, AR·Public·4,740 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for students who prefer a mid-size campus and in-state Arkansas residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 4,740 students.

58%
Accept
4,740
Students
$16,136
Net Price
41%
Grad Rate
$39,500
Earnings
10 yr
$14,500
Debt

About This School

University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a public institution located in Little Rock, Arkansas with approximately 4,740 undergraduate students enrolled. University of Arkansas at Little Rock has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 58%. The average net price after financial aid is $16,136 per year. The graduation rate is 41%, and the typical graduate earns $39,500 within 10 years of enrollment.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a public research university in Little Rock, Arkansas, United States. It 250-acre (100 ha) campus campus encompasses more than 56 buildings including the Center for Nanotechnology Integrative Sciences, the Emerging Analytics Center, the Sequoyah Research Center, and the Ottenheimer Library Additionally, UA Little Rock houses special learning facilities that include a learning resource center, art galleries, KUAR public radio station, and a campus-wide wireless network. It is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity".

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at $16,136/year after aid and only $14,500 in median debt at graduation, the cost is genuinely manageable, but a 41% graduation rate is a real concern — fewer than half of students who start here finish. Worth considering if you're a working adult, a commuter student, or someone drawn to a specific program in the Little Rock area, but you'll want to go in with a clear plan and strong support system, because too many students don't make it to the finish line.

Founded
1927
Setting
Midsize city

Popular Programs

Health Professions24%
Business & Marketing12%
Visual & Performing Arts4%
Biological Sciences4%
Psychology4%
Computer Science3%
Education3%
Social Sciences3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Julie AdamsDick PowellDerek FisherJohn Allen NelsonZackary WrightMike RossDona Bailey

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1049
Reading 75th %ile570
Math 75th %ile600

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite22

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$8,455
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,210
Avg Net Price
$16,136
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants41%
Median debt at graduation$14,500

Full Cost

Cost of attendance$21,013

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
41%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
71%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$39,500
after enrollment
Median Debt
$14,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$14,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$34,600
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$39,500
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.7x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White50%
Black26%
Hispanic/Latino3%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (4,740 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

2801 S University Ave

Little Rock, AR 72204

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Official Links

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Official School Resources
Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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