University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Little Rock, Arkansas · Public, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$17,248
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
41.6%
Admission rate
59%
Undergrad size
4,949
In-state tuition
$9,748
Out-of-state tuition
$22,158
Cost of attendance
$22,519
Median earnings (10y)
$45,265
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,049
- ACT midpoint
- 22
- Retention
- 76.5%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
23 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (28%), health (25%), stem (14%).
- STEM14%
- Health25%
- Business13%
- Humanities & arts28%
- Social sciences14%
- Trades & services7%
- Health professions24.9%~1,232 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business12.6%~625 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Liberal arts11.2%~554 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~305 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Communication4.1%~205 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science3.8%~190 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences3.8%~190 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~186 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology3.7%~182 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~160 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering tech3.2%~156 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~152 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~152 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education2.9%~145 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English2.6%~127 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering2.3%~112 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History1.8%~89 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~59 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~52 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~26 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.4%~22 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~22 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Legal0.1%~4 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 351 | $57,268 | $28,978 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 345 | $65,541 | $32,419 |
| Law. | First professional | 269 | $46,708 | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 218 | — | $23,000 |
| Social Work. | Master's | 187 | $45,951 | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 172 | $32,033 | $30,026 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 129 | $30,396 | $26,980 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 127 | $36,944 | $36,219 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 122 | $30,087 | $31,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 121 | $25,845 | $28,646 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 110 | $27,092 | $24,329 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 109 | $47,546 | $25,316 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 91 | $73,078 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 70 | $35,099 | $22,500 |
| Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other. | Master's | 69 | $44,669 | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 66 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 66 | $21,522 | $25,402 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master's | 63 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 58 | $45,101 | $22,650 |
| Journalism. | Bachelor's | 54 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 51 | $42,995 | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Bachelor's | 49 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 46 | $35,531 | $27,000 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 44 | $27,188 | $39,648 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 44 | $33,768 | $33,500 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 41 | — | $20,166 |
| Construction Engineering Technology/Technician. | Bachelor's | 37 | — | $20,250 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master's | 35 | $43,449 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 33 | $27,583 | $23,717 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 33 | $39,400 | $20,152 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Master's | 32 | — | — |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 32 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 32 | $32,356 | — |
| Construction Engineering Technology/Technician. | Associate's | 31 | — | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Master's | 31 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 29 | $22,245 | $29,153 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Master's | 29 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 28 | $53,093 | — |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection. | Undergraduate certificate | 28 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About University of Arkansas at Little Rock
University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a mid-sized institution located in Little Rock, Arkansas, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 4,949 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Liberal arts.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at University of Arkansas at Little Rock — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $17,248 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $9,748 for in-state students and $22,158 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $22,519 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 41.6%, a average completion outcome. 76.5% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $45,265 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
University of Arkansas at Little Rock confers degrees and certificates across 23 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Liberal arts. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (28% of credentials), health (25% of credentials), stem (14% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
University of Arkansas at Little Rock accepts 59% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,049. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 22.
Location & campus
Set in Little Rock, Arkansas (city), University of Arkansas at Little Rock draws students from across Arkansas and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Q.How much does University of Arkansas at Little Rock cost?
The average net price at University of Arkansas at Little Rock is $17,248 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $22,519.
Q.What is the graduation rate at University of Arkansas at Little Rock?
University of Arkansas at Little Rock has a 6-year graduation rate of 41.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into University of Arkansas at Little Rock?
University of Arkansas at Little Rock admits 59% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do University of Arkansas at Little Rock graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of Arkansas at Little Rock graduate earns $45,265 per year.
Q.What is tuition at University of Arkansas at Little Rock?
Published tuition is $9,748 in-state and $22,158 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is University of Arkansas at Little Rock located?
University of Arkansas at Little Rock is located in Little Rock, Arkansas (ZIP 72204).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with University of Arkansas at Little Rock at their official website.