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About University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

hbcusmall class sizeseducation and business focuspre med programs

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is a public liberal arts college in Pine Bluff, AR, known for its hbcu, small class sizes, and education and business focus. With an acceptance rate of 69%, UAPB is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 575 students each year. Admitted students typically score between 805–1045 on the SAT and 14–18 on the ACT. UAPB offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $10,361 per year; the sticker price of $27,924 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

69%
Overall Accept Rate
925
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 805 – 1045

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

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Application Strategy
UAPB is one of the oldest HBCUs in the country and its mission centers on student success and community uplift, so if that mission resonates with you, say so explicitly in your application materials and explain how you plan to contribute to that community.
Extracurriculars
UAPB has nationally recognized programs in aquaculture, agriculture, and the sciences, so if you are interested in those fields, highlight any relevant coursework, FFA involvement, or hands on science experience in your application.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$28k/yr$12.3k
30k-48k~$28k/yr$11.3k
48k-75k~$28k/yr$15.9k
75k-110k~$28k/yr$14.0k
110k+~$28k/yr$17.8k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

40%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$31k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,153
Undergrad Enrollment
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