Conway, AR

University of Central Arkansas

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
University of Central Arkansas is a four-year, public school located in Conway, AR.
It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification.
University of Central Arkansas is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

89% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 7,039 applied, 6,299 accepted, and 2,182 enrolled in UCA.
824 men and 1,358 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,040 SAT, 22 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,040 and ACT score is 22. The SAT score of 1040 is a little bit lower than average, 50 to 59 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total91010401170
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing480520590
Math430520580
ACT Score
Composite192225
Math172024
English182226
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $10,523 for Arkansas residents and $18,023 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $7,446 for Arkansas residents and $12,985 for others.
Tuition has increased by 4.43% compared to last year at University of Central Arkansas.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

6,642 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $8,963.
For freshmen, 1,735 students (96%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $8,280.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 10,112 students enrolled UCA in 2025.
By gender, 3,598 men and 6,514 women students are enrolled.
There are 8,268 undergraduate and 1,844 graduate students.
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127 Major Programs

  • 19 programs through online
  • 39 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of UCA is 54% and the transfer-out rate is 25%.
The retention rate is 73% for full-time and 73% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
54%
Transfer-out Rate
25%
Retention Rate
73%
Students to Faculty Ratio
15 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 686 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for UCA and the average faculty salary is $67,298. The studetns to faculty ratio is 15 to 1.
There are 1,574 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $53,125.
Number of Faculties
686
Average Faculty Salary
$67,298
Number of Staffs
1,574
Average Staff Salary
$53,125

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries
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Athletics

University of Central Arkansas is a member of Southland Conference.
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