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University of Central Arkansas

University of Central Arkansas is a medium, public institution located in Conway, ar. Founded in 1907, University of Central Arkansas offers undergraduate degrees in 116 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 7,563 undergraduates
cost $9,778 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions Academics Annual tuition & cost Ways to pay Students Campus life FAQs

Admissions

Will I get into University of Central 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 91.2%
SAT score average 1118
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.63
Application fee $25
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Key deadlines

June
30
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! University of Central Arkansas is known for one of its top majors: Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. Their student-faculty ratio is 14:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
14 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Health and Medical Professions
Social Sciences and Psychology
Education and Teaching
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Business and Management
Computer Science and Information Technology
Other

Popular majors

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Psychology, General
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Biology, General
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $9,778
Additional expenses
Room & board $8,250
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $5,420
Cost of attendance* $24,648
Average financial aid package N/A
Average net price $24,648 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $16,728
Additional expenses
Room & board $8,250
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $5,420
Cost of attendance* $31,598
Average financial aid package N/A
Average net price $31,598 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? University of Central Arkansas has a total undergraduate enrollment of 7,563, with gender binary students split 38% male and 62% female.

Total enrollment

9,790

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
51%
African American %
13%
Hispanic American %
6%
Asian %
2%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
4%
Unknown %
24%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

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

Campus info

map 201 Donaghey Ave, Conway, AR 72035-0001
phone 501-450-5000
address www.uca.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Bears den

Greek organizations

clubs
announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsNo
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

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

Where is University of Central Arkansas?

University of Central Arkansas is located in Conway, ar.

What is the acceptance rate at University of Central Arkansas? 

The acceptance rate for University of Central Arkansas is 91%.

What’s the average GPA for University of Central Arkansas?

The average high school GPA for University of Central Arkansas students was 3.63.

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

The estimated cost for 4 years at University of Central Arkansas including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $98,592.

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