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Colleges / University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, AR 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate46%
Acceptance Rate46%

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Admissions

If you are planning on applying to University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff's admissions stats.

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff 2022 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 2.9
Admissions Test Policy Not optional and are not considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs 7%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 93%
Waitlist No

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No –– ––
Early Decision II –– –– ––
Early Action Info Not Available –– ––

Considering Applying Early to University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff?


University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff does not offer early decision

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


More on University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Admissions


Transferring to University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

For more information on transferring to University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling 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 admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Wondering what factors are considered by University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff 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
Rigor of Secondary School Record Very Important
Standardized Test Scores Very Important

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

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) 2.0
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff?

Students admitted to University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff have an average unweighted GPA of 2.9.

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 Pine Bluff does not consider ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2019, 7% of University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 93% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be most competitive at University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, you should strive to earn between 16 and 20 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 20 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 20, and three out of four students scored lower than 20 on the ACT.

A 16 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff students. Only one out of every four students scored below 16.

More Information on Transferring to University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Transfer students can enroll in University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term


University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.

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

✅ University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff?

✅ University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is not test optional. Test scores will not be considered during the admissions process, even if you submit them.

What is University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff's acceptance rate is 46%.

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

❌ University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff does not offer early decision.

Want To Learn More About University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff?

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University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Unknown

46%

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University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Not available

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is Continuous processing.

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

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff ACT Scores

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ACT Range

16 - 20

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

ACT Score

Estimated Chance

20 and Above

Good

16 to 20

Avg

16 and Less

Low

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ACT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median ACT score of an admitted student to University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is 18. Students with an ACT score of 20 and above have a good chance of getting into University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. Students with an ACT score that falls between 16 and 20 have an average chance of getting admitted, and students with an ACT score of 16 or below have a low chance of being offered admission.

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff 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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University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

2.9

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 2.9. 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

2,658

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

46%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$8,064

Out-of-State

$14,574

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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