There are 36 accredited colleges and universities in Arkansas. They admit an average of 68% of applicants, and the average net price after aid is $16,192 per year. Compare acceptance rates, SAT/ACT scores, and net prices — and see your personal admission chances for free.
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The most selective and highly ranked accredited universities in Arkansas. Click any school for its acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, net price, and a free admission-chance estimate.
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Universities in Arkansas with the lowest average net price after grants and scholarships (federal College Scorecard data).
| University | Location | Avg Net Price |
|---|---|---|
| NorthWest Arkansas Community College | Bentonville, AR | $7,196 |
| University of Arkansas Grantham | LIttle Rock, AR | $8,370 |
| University of Arkansas-Fort Smith | Fort Smith, AR | $10,574 |
| Arkansas Baptist College | Little Rock, AR | $10,627 |
| Arkansas State University-Beebe | Beebe, AR | $11,698 |
| Central Baptist College | Conway, AR | $12,287 |
| Arkansas State University | Jonesboro, AR | $12,366 |
| University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff | Pine Bluff, AR | $12,653 |
| Arkansas Tech University | Russellville, AR | $12,970 |
| Southern Arkansas University Main Campus | Magnolia, AR | $14,027 |
| Shorter College | N Little Rock, AR | $14,060 |
| Philander Smith University | Little Rock, AR | $14,224 |
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There are 36 accredited colleges and universities in Arkansas in Admit Coach's database, sourced from federal IPEDS data. They admit an average of 68% of applicants and cost about $16,192 per year after aid.
Hendrix College is the highest nationally ranked university in Arkansas. The best college depends on your major, budget, and admission chances, though. Admit Coach ranks all 36 Arkansas colleges by your personal fit using your GPA and test scores, not just national reputation.
The average net price — the real cost after grants and scholarships — at colleges in Arkansas is about $16,192 per year. Admit Coach shows net price by five income brackets for every school, so you see the estimate for your family's income bracket, not just the sticker price.
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