Known for business — excellent value
University of Central Arkansas is a public institution in Conway with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1117, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 7.4K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
53% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $45,938 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,775.
Established
1907
Motto
Go here. Go anywhere.
Mascot
Bruce D. Bear
Type
Public university
Conference
United Athletic Conference for football only
Division
Division I
90%Acceptance
1117SAT Avg
7,426Students
14:1Student:Faculty
53%Grad Rate
$45,938Earnings 10yr
$16,775Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate90.5%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1117
Reading & WritingMid: 550
490570
MathMid: 520
450550
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 23
1925
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$10,118
Tuition (out-of-state)$17,258
Room & Board$8,662
Books & Supplies$1,230
Total Cost of Attendance$24,265
Average Net Price$16,775
Median Debt at Graduation$20,346
Monthly Payment (10yr)$216
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$14,387
$30–48K$14,946
$48–75K$17,233
$75–110K$19,775
$110K+$20,028
Programs (116)
Student Body
Undergrads
7,426
Gender Split
62% / 38%
Women / Men
First Generation
35%
Pell Grant Recipients
37%
Race & Ethnicity
White 65%
Black 17%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 2%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 3%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate53.3%
Freshman Retention73.4%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$36,670
8 Years$42,426
10 Years$45,938
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$38,200
Men
$47,700
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Source: Wikipedia