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College costs in Arkansas

Last checked: 2026-10-26

This page lists the 1 pilot school in Arkansas that is covered in this pilot. The lowest published total cost among them is $30,008 at University of Arkansas, for one year, in state. The full list of 300 pilot schools is on the homepage, and selection for the pilot is explained on the methodology page.

Arkansas averages

FigureAverage
Total cost for one year, in state$30,008
Total cost for one year, out of state$49,032
Average net price for one year$17,475
Acceptance rate71.7%

Averages on this page are simple averages across the pilot schools in Arkansas that publish each figure. They describe the schools listed on this site, not every college in the state.

Schools in Arkansas ranked by total cost

SchoolCityTotal cost, in stateTotal cost, out of stateAverage net price
University of ArkansasFayetteville$30,008$49,032$17,475

Schools in Arkansas ranked by acceptance rate

SchoolAcceptance rate, fall 2023ApplicantsAdmitted
University of Arkansas71.7%28,18620,202

Frequently asked questions

How much does college cost in Arkansas?

Across the 1 pilot school in Arkansas that publishes a total cost, the simple average total cost for one year is $30,008 for in state students. Individual schools on this page range from $30,008 upward.

What is the cheapest pilot school in Arkansas on this site?

By published total cost for one year, the lowest is University of Arkansas at $30,008 for in state students. Average net price can change the order, because grant aid differs by school.

What is the average acceptance rate in Arkansas?

Across the 1 pilot school in Arkansas that publishes a rate, the simple average acceptance rate is 71.7% for fall 2023.

Are these every college in Arkansas?

No. This pilot covers 300 schools nationwide, chosen by measured search demand, selectivity, and enrollment, with at least one school in every state. The Arkansas page lists only the pilot schools in the state.

Sources: the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System and College Scorecard, United States Department of Education. See the methodology page for sources, years, and how averages are worked out.