University of Arkansas at Little Rock
About University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
UALR is a public university in Little Rock, Arkansas. It offers programs in business, engineering, nursing, and criminal justice in the state capital, with strong ties to government and local employers.
Founded
1927
Location
Little Rock, Arkansas
Students
7,226
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
58.8%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
41.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$9,748
Out-of-state: $22,158
Avg Net Price
$17,248
After financial aid
SAT Average
1049
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$45,265
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
58.8 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Required
Application Fee
$40
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 58.8% acceptance rate, University of Arkansas at Little Rock admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
1049/ 1600
ACT Scores
22/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
41.7% complete their degree within six years
Retention
76.5%
4-Year Grad
24%
6-Year Grad
37%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$9.3K
Class Size
Medium
The 24% graduation rate is below average, but 76.5% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$9,748
In-State
$22,158
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,760
Books & Supplies
$1,250
Total Cost of Attendance
$22,519
After Financial Aid
$17,248
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$15,195
Receive Grants
41.2%
Take Loans
36.2%
The full cost of attendance is about $22,519/yr for in-state students, including $10,760 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $17,248. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $22,158.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at University of Arkansas at Little Rock fund their education.
While in School
41.2%
Get Grants
Free money
36.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$27,239
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$22,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$233/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 36.2% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $22,000. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
Gender
63.1%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,949
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
2,277
Graduates
39.1%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
34.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 39.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
4,949
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Arkansas at Little Rock fields 8 varsity teams with 369 student athletes, about 7% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I without football
Conference
Ohio Valley
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
369
7% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
52% / 48%
193
Men
176
Women
5
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Arkansas at Little Rockearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$45,265
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$79K
153 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$41K
73 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$59K
63 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Work
$35K
62 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$32K
56 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$33K
52 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $40K six years out, growing to $45K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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