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About University of Central Arkansas

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University of Central Arkansas is a public university in Conway, AR, known for its doctoral professional university, health sciences focus, and high acceptance rate. With an acceptance rate of 91%, UCA is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,803 students each year. UCA is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1020–1210, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. UCA offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $7,278 per year; the sticker price of $30,521 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Central Arkansas acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

91%
Overall Accept Rate
3.75
Typical Admitted GPA
1115
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1020 – 1210 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Central Arkansas

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Essay Strategy
UCA rates essays as moderately important, so write about something concrete and personal rather than something broad. Admissions readers in Conway want to understand what drives you, not just what you have accomplished.
Test Score Strategy
Since UCA is test optional and your score falls below the 75th percentile of their admitted students, leave it off your application and let your GPA, coursework, and essay carry your case.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Central Arkansas actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$31k/yr$14.7k
30k-48k~$31k/yr$14.0k
48k-75k~$31k/yr$16.2k
75k-110k~$31k/yr$20.3k
110k+~$31k/yr$20.2k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

53%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$37k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
7,524
Undergrad Enrollment
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