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University of Arkansas

University of Arkansas is a large, public institution located in Fayetteville, ar. Founded in 1871, University of Arkansas offers undergraduate degrees in 240 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 26,002 undergraduates
cost $9,656 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into University of Arkansas? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 78.9%
SAT score average 1167
ACT score average 25
Average high school GPA 3.79
Application fee $55
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Key deadlines

June
30
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August
01
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November
01
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! University of Arkansas is known for one of its top majors: Business Administration, Management and Operations. Their student-faculty ratio is 20:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
20 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Health and Medical Professions
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Engineering and Technology
Social Sciences and Psychology
Education and Teaching

Popular majors

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Finance and Financial Management Services
Marketing
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Communication and Media Studies
Biology, General
Engineering-Related Fields

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $9,656
Additional expenses
Room & board $12,368
Books & supplies $1,100
Other expenses $5,176
Cost of attendance* $28,300
Average financial aid package $10,957
Estimated cost $17,343 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $27,410
Additional expenses
Room & board $12,368
Books & supplies $1,100
Other expenses $5,176
Cost of attendance* $46,054
Average financial aid package $10,957
Estimated cost $35,097 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? University of Arkansas has a total undergraduate enrollment of 26,002, with gender binary students split 44% male and 56% female.

Total enrollment

32,140

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
66%
African American %
4%
Hispanic American %
10%
Asian %
3%
Native American %
1%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
4%
Unknown %
12%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At University of Arkansas, students love their Associated Student Government, student athletes compete in Division 1 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 1125 W Maple St, Administration Bldg 425, Fayetteville, AR 72701
phone 479-575-2000
address https://www.uark.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Associated student government

Catholic campus ministry

Chinese students and scholars

Alpha lambda delta

Student alumni association

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about University of Arkansas to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is University of Arkansas?

University of Arkansas is located in Fayetteville, ar.

What is the acceptance rate at University of Arkansas? 

The acceptance rate for University of Arkansas is 79%.

What’s the average GPA for University of Arkansas?

The average high school GPA for University of Arkansas students was 3.79.

How much does it cost for 4 years at University of Arkansas?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at University of Arkansas including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $113,200.

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