Overview
University of Arkansas is a less selective public four-year institution in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The school accepts 78.9% of applicants and enrolls 27,312 students.
Admission Statistics
- Acceptance Rate
- 78.9%
- Average SAT
- 1,125
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,030–1,220
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 25
- Total Enrollment
- 27,312
Your Chances by SAT Score
Your score is above the 75th percentile. You are a competitive applicant.
Your score falls within the middle 50% of admitted students.
Your score is below the 25th percentile. Other parts of your application will need to stand out.
Admission Guide
You'll apply through the University of Arkansas online application with your high school transcript, and the priority deadline is February 1 for fall admission, though the university accepts applications on a rolling basis after that date. The application process is straightforward since Arkansas admits most qualified applicants who meet basic requirements.
Engineering programs at Arkansas are significantly more competitive than general admission, particularly chemical and computer engineering, which rank among the highest-earning majors nationally. The College of Engineering has additional requirements including specific math and science coursework, so check those prerequisites early if you're interested in these fields.
Submit your housing application as soon as you're admitted since residence halls fill on a first-come basis. New Student Orientation happens throughout the summer, and you'll register for classes during your session. The university requires all first-year students under 21 who don't live with family within 60 miles to live on campus for their first year.
Arkansas operates on a semester system and offers over 200 degree programs. The campus sits in Fayetteville in the Ozark Mountains, about two hours from Little Rock. Campus parking requires permits, and the university runs a bus system connecting different areas of the large campus. Greek life is prominent with about 25% of students participating in fraternities and sororities.
Financial aid applications should be submitted by March 1 for priority consideration. Arkansas offers various scholarships for out-of-state students, including the New Arkansan Non-Resident Tuition Award, which can significantly reduce costs for qualifying students from neighboring states.
What It Costs If You Get In
- Average Net Price
- $17,525/yr
- Tuition (in-state)
- $9,748
- Tuition (out-of-state)
- $28,772
- Students Receiving Aid
- 17%
After You Graduate
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 70.0%
- Median Earnings (10yr)
- $58,191/yr
- Freshman Retention Rate
- 86.5%
Frequently Asked Questions
Does University of Arkansas require SAT or ACT scores for admission?
University of Arkansas has adopted a test-optional policy for most students. Submitting test scores is not required but may strengthen your application if they align with your academic profile.
What is the application deadline for University of Arkansas?
The priority deadline for University of Arkansas is December 15 for fall admission. Applications submitted after this date are reviewed on a space-available basis.
How many credits can transfer students bring to University of Arkansas?
Transfer students can bring up to 60 credit hours from community colleges and up to 90 credit hours from four-year institutions. A minimum 2.0 GPA is required for transfer admission.
Does University of Arkansas offer early admission programs?
University of Arkansas does not offer early decision or early action programs. All applications are reviewed through their standard rolling admissions process.