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University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, AR 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate58%

Arkansas Little Rock Admissions

It is not difficult to get into University of Arkansas at Little Rock. The acceptance rate at University of Arkansas at Little Rock is 58%. Out of 3,786 applications received in 2023, 2,184 students were offered admission.

If you are applying to University of Arkansas at Little Rock, the regular decision application deadline is August 17 and the application fee costs $40.

University of Arkansas at Little Rock Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of University of Arkansas at Little Rock's admissions stats.

University of Arkansas at Little Rock 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.4
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 0%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 85%
Waitlist No

University of Arkansas at Little Rock Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I Info Not Available
Early Decision II
Early Action No
Regular Decision Yes 8 17

Considering Applying Early to University of Arkansas at Little Rock?


University of Arkansas at Little Rock may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with University of Arkansas at Little Rock directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ Discover a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on University of Arkansas at Little Rock Admissions


How Difficult Is It To Get Admitted to Arkansas Little Rock?

It is not difficult to get into Arkansas Little Rock. Arkansas Little Rock has open admissions, which means admission is not competitive and any applicants that met the basic requirements can enroll.

In 2022, Arkansas Little Rock accepted 58% of all applicants, approximately 2,184 from the 3,786 applicants.

Schools that are not difficult to get into, like Arkansas Little Rock, accept up to 95% of applicants. Most admitted students scored at most a 1010 on the SAT and a 19 on the ACT.

Transferring to University of Arkansas at Little Rock

It is not difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Arkansas at Little Rock

University of Arkansas at Little Rock has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of Arkansas at Little Rock?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Curious about the factors that are considered by University of Arkansas at Little Rock during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Standardized Test Scores Very Important
Academic GPA Very Important

Make sure to check with University of Arkansas at Little Rock for more information on admission factors.

University of Arkansas at Little Rock 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of Arkansas at Little Rock, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with University of Arkansas at Little Rock's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)
Interview
Other Requirements proof of immunization
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Arkansas at Little Rock?

Students admitted to University of Arkansas at Little Rock have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Arkansas at Little Rock does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 0% of University of Arkansas at Little Rock's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 85% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be most competitive at University of Arkansas at Little Rock, you should strive to earn between 19 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Arkansas at Little Rock's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Arkansas at Little Rock students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

More Information on Transferring to University of Arkansas at Little Rock

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Arkansas at Little Rock during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term


University of Arkansas at Little Rock Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to University of Arkansas at Little Rock?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

Does University of Arkansas at Little Rock accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Arkansas at Little Rock accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Arkansas at Little Rock accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of Arkansas at Little Rock accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ University of Arkansas at Little Rock does not accept International Baccalaureate credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Arkansas at Little Rock?

✅ University of Arkansas at Little Rock is not test optional.

What is University of Arkansas at Little Rock's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Arkansas at Little Rock's acceptance rate is 58%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Arkansas at Little Rock?

🟨 University of Arkansas at Little Rock may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

Want To Learn More About University of Arkansas at Little Rock?

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Arkansas Little Rock Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Less Selective

58%

How hard is it to get into Arkansas Little Rock? Arkansas Little Rock is a less selective institution. The Arkansas Little Rock acceptance rate is 58%. This means that the institution accepts 57 out of every 100 applicants.

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Arkansas Little Rock Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Aug 17

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Arkansas Little Rock is Aug 17.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Arkansas Little Rock is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Arkansas Little Rock SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

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Math SAT Range

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Reading SAT Range

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Arkansas Little Rock GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.42

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At Arkansas Little Rock, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.42. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

8,266

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

58%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$6,042

Out-of-State

$15,786

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Aug 17
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