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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, AR·Public·1,361 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and in-state Arkansas residents. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $69,000 within 10 years.

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1,361
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Grad Rate
$69,000
Earnings
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$13,000
Debt

About This School

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is a public institution located in Little Rock, Arkansas with approximately 1,361 undergraduate students enrolled. Typical graduates earn $69,000 within 10 years of enrollment.

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is a public medical school in Little Rock, Arkansas. It is part of the University of Arkansas System and consists of six colleges, seven institutes, several research centers, a statewide network of community education centers, and the UAMS Medical Center.

This is a strong option for students committed to health professions, particularly given its unusually low median debt of just $13,000 at graduation — a rare bright spot in medical education costs. With median earnings of $69,000 a decade out and a focused six-college structure built entirely around health sciences, UAMS offers a clear, career-aligned path rather than a traditional broad undergraduate experience. Just know going in that the small enrollment and specialized mission mean this isn't the right fit if you're still exploring fields outside healthcare.

Founded
1879
Setting
Midsize city

Popular Programs

Health Professions100%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Joycelyn Elders

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

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ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
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Out-of-State Tuition
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after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants27%
Median debt at graduation$13,000

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
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within 6 years
Retention Rate
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freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$69,000
after enrollment
Median Debt
$13,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$13,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$68,000
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$69,000
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 5.3x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

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

Student Body

White60%
Black11%
Hispanic/Latino10%
Asian9%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,361 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

4301 W Markham

Little Rock, AR 72205-7199

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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.

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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