University of Central Arkansas

University of Central Arkansas is not difficult to get into. The acceptance rate at University of Central Arkansas is 91%. Last year, 6,522 students applied to University of Central Arkansas and 5,949 were admitted.

If you are thinking about applying to University of Central Arkansas, the application fee costs $25.

University of Central Arkansas Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of University of Central Arkansas's admissions stats.

University of Central Arkansas 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	27%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	No

University of Central Arkansas Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Central Arkansas.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Considering Applying Early to University of Central Arkansas?

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University of Central Arkansas does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Explore a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of Central Arkansas Admissions

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Transferring to University of Central Arkansas

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

For Students Waitlisted to University of Central Arkansas

University of Central Arkansas has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of Central Arkansas?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider 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 prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at University of Central Arkansas

Wondering what factors are considered by University of Central Arkansas 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
Academic GPA	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important

Make sure to check with University of Central Arkansas for more information on admission factors.

University of Central Arkansas 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of Central Arkansas, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with University of Central Arkansas's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Other Requirements	–	–	√	minimum 3 GPA
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Central Arkansas?

Students admitted to University of Central Arkansas have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 87% submitted a class rank. At University of Central Arkansas 27% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 51% were in the top 25% and 83% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Central Arkansas, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	24%
3.75 and 3.99	24%
3.50 and 3.74	21%
3.25 and 3.49	10%
3.00 and 3.24	12%
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Central Arkansas directly.

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 Central Arkansas 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.

More Information on Transferring to University of Central Arkansas

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to University of Central Arkansas.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Central Arkansas during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of Central Arkansas Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Central Arkansas?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Central Arkansas.

Does University of Central Arkansas accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Central Arkansas accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Central Arkansas accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

✅ University of Central Arkansas accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Central Arkansas?

✅ University of Central Arkansas is not test optional.

What is University of Central Arkansas's acceptance rate?

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

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

❌ University of Central Arkansas does not offer early decision.

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